1967 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 41 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 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz S (383 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1967 Lancia Flaminia. (101 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1967 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 546 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz S (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Lancia Flaminia. (187 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Lancia Flaminia | 2008 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Lancia | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Flaminia | S |
Year Released | 1967 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 5461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 383 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 90.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1986 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3170 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 90 L |