1963 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 50 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL (423 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 471 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL (700 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 476 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. (224 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Lancia Flaminia | 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Lancia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Flaminia | SL |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2775 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 423 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1314 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4612 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2099 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1315 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2585 mm |
