1960 Lancia Flavia vs. 1969 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 1969 Mercedes-Benz 600 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1960 Lancia Flavia. (91 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1960 Lancia Flavia.
Because 1969 Mercedes-Benz 600 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Mercedes-Benz 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Lancia Flavia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1969 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1969 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Lancia Flavia | 1969 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Flavia | 600 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 6330 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 6250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 65 L |
