1963 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 5,439 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL (494 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 355 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. (139 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 724 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL (800 Nm) has 597 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. (203 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 CL | |
| Make | Lancia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Flaminia | CL |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 494 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 2029 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 88 L |
