1960 Lancia Flavia vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 51 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1960 Lancia Flavia. (91 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1960 Lancia Flavia.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz S is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Lancia Flavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S 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 S (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Lancia Flavia | 2011 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Lancia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Flavia | S |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1473 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 90 L |
