2009 Ford Mustang vs. 1963 Lancia Flaminia

To start off, 2009 Ford Mustang is newer by 46 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 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mustang (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 348 kg more than 2009 Ford Mustang.

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, 2009 Ford Mustang (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. (224 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Flaminia.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Ford Mustang 1963 Lancia Flaminia
Make Ford Lancia
Model Mustang Flaminia
Year Released 2009 1963
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4009 cc 2775 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 210 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 325 Nm 224 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.3:1 9.0:1
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 966 kg 1314 kg
Vehicle Length 4780 mm 4690 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1670 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.8 L/100km 10.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 61 L 56 L


 

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