1967 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1989 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 1989 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,775 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Lancia Flaminia (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1989 Mercedes-Benz G. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1989 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 460 kg more than 1967 Lancia Flaminia.
Because 1989 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Lancia Flaminia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Mercedes-Benz G will offer significantly more control. 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, 1967 Lancia Flaminia (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mercedes-Benz G. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Lancia Flaminia | 1989 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Lancia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Flaminia | G |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2775 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2410 mm |
