1966 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 43 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 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL (605 HP) has 467 more horse power than 1966 Lancia Flaminia. (138 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1966 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 1310 kg more than 1966 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL (1,000 Nm) has 778 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lancia Flaminia. (222 Nm). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Lancia Flaminia | 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Lancia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Flaminia | SL |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2775 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 605 HP |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 80 L |
