1958 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230
To start off, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230 is newer by 18 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 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230 (109 HP) has 9 more horse power than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230 should accelerate faster than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 63 kg more than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230.
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, 1958 Lancia Flaminia (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230. (185 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Lancia Flaminia | 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Flaminia | 230 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2305 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 109 HP |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2720 mm |
