1963 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1963 Lancia Flaminia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 (158 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. (139 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 625 kg more than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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1963 Lancia Flaminia | 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | Lancia | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Flaminia | 300 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3160 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 71 L |