2005 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1958 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 2005 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 3,932 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Thunderbird (280 HP) has 180 more horse power than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. (100 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 274 kg more than 1958 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, 2005 Ford Thunderbird (388 Nm) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. (187 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Thunderbird | 1958 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Thunderbird | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3932 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1712 kg | 1438 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2760 mm |
