1966 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1997 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1997 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,775 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Lancia Flaminia (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1997 Mercedes-Benz E. (134 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1997 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 140 kg more than 1966 Lancia Flaminia.
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, 1966 Lancia Flaminia (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mercedes-Benz E. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Lancia Flaminia | 1997 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Lancia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Flaminia | E |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2775 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |
