1959 Lancia Appia vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 51 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL (210 HP) has 163 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (47 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 1560 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.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Lancia Appia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL (542 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 465 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Appia. 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL 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. 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Lancia Appia | 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Make | Lancia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Appia | GL |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 2460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 5095 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1941 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1839 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3076 mm |
