1963 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 43 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 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. (139 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 267 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. (203 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Lancia Flaminia | 2006 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Lancia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Flaminia | E |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1572 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 65 L |
