1964 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 49 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), 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL (613 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 487 more horse power than 1964 Lancia Flaminia. (126 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1964 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 725 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL (999 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 816 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Lancia Flaminia. (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Lancia | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Flaminia | CL |
Year Released | 1964 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 613 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 999 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 2245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5106 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2139 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1428 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2955 mm |