1960 Lancia Flavia vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1960 Lancia Flavia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1960 Lancia Flavia. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1960 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1960 Lancia Flavia. 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, 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 (271 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Lancia Flavia | 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | Lancia | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Flavia | 300 |
Year Released | 1960 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 100 L |