1966 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 47 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (237 HP) has 139 more horse power than 1966 Lancia Flaminia. (98 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1966 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 32 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (617 Nm) has 431 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lancia Flaminia. (186 Nm). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Lancia Flaminia | 2013 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Lancia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Flaminia | E |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2456 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 237 HP |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 617 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1472 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4868 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2071 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2874 mm |
