1960 Lancia Flavia vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 40 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 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1960 Lancia Flavia. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1960 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 625 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL (469 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Lancia Flavia | 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Lancia | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Flavia | SL |
Year Released | 1960 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 4966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 469 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2700 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 | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |