1963 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 (216 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 weights approximately 70 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.
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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 (310 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Lancia Flaminia | 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Flaminia | 320 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2775 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2700 mm |
