1966 Lancia Flavia vs. 1985 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1985 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 2,746 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mercedes-Benz S (154 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1966 Lancia Flavia. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1966 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 370 kg more than 1966 Lancia Flavia. 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, 1985 Mercedes-Benz S (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Lancia Flavia | 1985 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Lancia | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Flavia | S |
Year Released | 1966 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2746 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2950 mm |