1962 Lancia Appia vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E (402 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 355 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Appia. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 811 kg more than 1962 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E (600 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 523 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Appia. 2011 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 1962 Lancia Appia has manual transmission. 1962 Lancia Appia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Lancia Appia | 2011 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Lancia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Appia | E |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 4663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 402 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1711 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 66 L |
