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 2,987 cc, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1967 Lancia Flaminia. (101 HP @ 4800 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 345 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 (511 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Lancia Flaminia. (187 Nm @ 2500 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 | 2458 cc | 2987 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 511 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 80 L |