1961 Lancia Appia vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz M
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M is newer by 52 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M (397 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 338 more horse power than 1961 Lancia Appia. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M should accelerate faster than 1961 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz M weights approximately 1499 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.
Because 2013 Mercedes-Benz M is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Lancia Appia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M (601 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 516 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Lancia Appia. (85 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Lancia Appia | 2013 Mercedes-Benz M | |
| Make | Lancia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Appia | M |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 601 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 789 kg | 2288 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4804 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 2141 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1796 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2915 mm |
