1959 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 50 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 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL (604 HP) has 503 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. (101 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 512 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.
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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL (1,001 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 814 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL 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. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Lancia Flaminia | 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Lancia | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Flaminia | SL |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 5980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 604 HP |
Torque | 187 Nm | 1001 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2570 mm |