2003 Ford GT vs. 1963 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 2003 Ford GT is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford GT (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 345 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford GT weights approximately 100 kg more than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Ford GT (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 453 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford GT | 1963 Lancia Flaminia | |
Make | Ford | Lancia |
Model | GT | Flaminia |
Year Released | 2003 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5409 cc | 2775 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 678 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 105.8 mm | 81.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2530 mm |