1965 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 44 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1965 Lancia Flaminia. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1965 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 180 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C.
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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (300 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Lancia Flaminia. (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Lancia Flaminia | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Lancia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Flaminia | C |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2774 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 66 L |
