1957 Lancia Appia vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (349 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 1957 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1957 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 795 kg more than 1957 Lancia Appia. 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 Mercedes-Benz C (450 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lancia Appia. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 1957 Lancia Appia has manual transmission. 1957 Lancia Appia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Lancia Appia | 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Lancia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Appia | C |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1091 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 349 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2720 mm |
