1959 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,685 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML (161 HP) has 60 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. (101 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 737 kg more than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML has automatic transmission and 1959 Lancia Flaminia has manual transmission. 1959 Lancia Flaminia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Lancia Flaminia | 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Lancia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Flaminia | ML |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 161 HP |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 2175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2830 mm |
