1961 Lancia Appia vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL (383 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 324 more horse power than 1961 Lancia Appia. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1961 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 1121 kg more than 1961 Lancia Appia. 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 445 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Lancia Appia. (85 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Lancia Appia | 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Lancia | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Appia | SL |
Year Released | 1961 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1090 cc | 5461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 383 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 789 kg | 1910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 80 L |