1959 Lancia Appia vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (470 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 418 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1959 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (700 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 613 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Appia. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 1959 Lancia Appia has manual transmission. 1959 Lancia Appia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Lancia Appia | 2006 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Lancia | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Appia | E |
Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1090 cc | 5439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 470 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2650 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2860 mm |