1964 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 47 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S (621 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 523 more horse power than 1964 Lancia Flaminia. (98 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1964 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 856 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.
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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S (999 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 813 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Lancia Flaminia. (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Lancia Flaminia | 2011 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Lancia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Flaminia | S |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 621 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 999 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 2296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3165 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 90 L |
