1960 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 51 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 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML (201 HP) has 101 more horse power than 1960 Lancia Flaminia. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1960 Lancia Flaminia.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Lancia Flaminia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML (500 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lancia Flaminia. (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lancia Flaminia. 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML has automatic transmission and 1960 Lancia Flaminia has manual transmission. 1960 Lancia Flaminia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Lancia Flaminia | 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Lancia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Flaminia | ML |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 201 HP |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1796 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2916 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 93 L |
