1961 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (641 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 540 more horse power than 1961 Lancia Flaminia. (101 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 1961 Lancia Flaminia.
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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (821 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 635 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Lancia Flaminia. (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Lancia Flaminia | 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | |
Make | Lancia | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Flaminia | SLR McLaren |
Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 5439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 641 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 821 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 335 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 80 L |