1969 Lancia Flavia vs. 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250
To start off, both 1969 Lancia Flavia and 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250 were released in the same year (1969). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lancia Flavia (142 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250. (130 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lancia Flavia should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250 weights approximately 171 kg more than 1969 Lancia Flavia.
Because 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Lancia Flavia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250 (199 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lancia Flavia. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Lancia Flavia | 1969 Mercedes-Benz 250 | |
Make | Lancia | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Flavia | 250 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 193 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1361 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1370 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 65 L |