1965 Lamborghini 400 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Lamborghini 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Lamborghini 400 would be higher. At 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1965 Lamborghini 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Lamborghini 400 (320 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (221 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Lamborghini 400 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 248 kg more than 1965 Lamborghini 400.
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 (510 Nm) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Lamborghini 400. (355 Nm). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Lamborghini 400. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 1965 Lamborghini 400 has manual transmission. 1965 Lamborghini 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Lamborghini 400 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 400 | C |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1472 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 70 L |
