1964 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (493 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 355 more horse power than 1964 Lancia Flaminia. (138 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1964 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 625 kg more than 1964 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (700 Nm) has 497 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Lancia Flaminia. (203 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Lancia Flaminia | 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Lancia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Flaminia | CL |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 5441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.7 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 88 L |
