1960 Lancia Appia vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 2,147 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (120 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1960 Lancia Appia. (55 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1960 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 795 kg more than 1960 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 (270 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lancia Appia. (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Lancia Appia | 2006 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Lancia | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Appia | E |
Year Released | 1960 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1090 cc | 2147 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 65 L |