1962 Lancia Flavia vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (298 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Flavia. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 635 kg more than 1962 Lancia Flavia. 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (370 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Lancia Flavia | 2013 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Lancia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Flavia | E |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4868 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2071 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1474 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2874 mm |
