1962 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1996 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Flaminia. (98 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 120 kg more than 1962 Lancia Flaminia. 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, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Flaminia. (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Lancia Flaminia | 1996 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Lancia | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Flaminia | E |
Year Released | 1962 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 78.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 70 L |