1967 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 39 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (161 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1967 Lancia Flaminia. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1967 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 365 kg more than 1967 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Lancia Flaminia. (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Lancia Flaminia | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Lancia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Flaminia | C |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2775 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 70 L |
