2006 Ford GT vs. 1961 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 2006 Ford GT is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford GT (550 HP) has 450 more horse power than 1961 Lancia Flaminia. (100 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1961 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford GT weights approximately 311 kg more than 1961 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, 2006 Ford GT (678 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 491 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Lancia Flaminia. (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford GT | 1961 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | GT | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 550 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 1273 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 42 L |
