1958 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190 is newer by 30 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, 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190 (131 HP) has 31 more horse power than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190 should accelerate faster than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 98 kg more than 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190.
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, 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190 (198 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. (187 Nm). This means 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Lancia Flaminia | 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Flaminia | 190 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 131 HP |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2670 mm |
