1957 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1957 Lancia Flaminia. (101 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1957 Lancia Flaminia.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lancia Flaminia. (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lancia Flaminia. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1957 Lancia Flaminia has manual transmission. 1957 Lancia Flaminia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Lancia Flaminia | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Lancia | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Flaminia | CL |
Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 5461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 382 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 90 L |