1961 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 50 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 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK (182 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1961 Lancia Flaminia. (101 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1961 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 5 kg more than 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Lancia Flaminia. (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Lancia Flaminia | 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Lancia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Flaminia | SLK |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4135 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2431 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 60 L |
