1963 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 36 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 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S (356 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 425 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, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S (530 Nm @ 3150 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. (224 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. 1999 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 1963 Lancia Flaminia has manual transmission. 1963 Lancia Flaminia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Lancia Flaminia | 1999 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Lancia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Flaminia | S |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2775 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 356 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3150 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 88 L |
