1960 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220 (150 HP) has 50 more horse power than 1960 Lancia Flaminia. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220 should accelerate faster than 1960 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 157 kg more than 1960 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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220 (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lancia Flaminia. (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Lancia Flaminia | 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Flaminia | 220 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 150 HP |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1273 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 70 L |
