1965 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E

To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E 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 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1965 Lancia Flaminia. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1965 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 195 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E.

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 E (542 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Lancia Flaminia. (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Lancia Flaminia. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 1965 Lancia Flaminia has manual transmission. 1965 Lancia Flaminia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1965 Lancia Flaminia 2009 Mercedes-Benz E
Make Lancia Mercedes-Benz
Model Flaminia E
Year Released 1965 2009
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 210 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 225 Nm 542 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 1600 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 18.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1420 kg 1225 kg
Vehicle Length 4510 mm 4860 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1290 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2530 mm 2860 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 48 L 80 L


 

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