1965 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1965 Lancia Flaminia. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1965 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 435 kg more than 1965 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (401 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Lancia Flaminia. (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Lancia Flaminia | 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Lancia | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Flaminia | E |
Year Released | 1965 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2774 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 70 L |