1963 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 41 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 2,775 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C (175 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 5 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C.
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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C (250 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. (224 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Lancia Flaminia | 2004 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Lancia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Flaminia | C |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2775 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 62 L |
