1966 Lamborghini 400 vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Lamborghini 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Lamborghini 400 would be higher. At 3,927 cc (12 cylinders), 1966 Lamborghini 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Lamborghini 400 (317 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL. (217 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Lamborghini 400 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL.
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, 1966 Lamborghini 400 (373 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL. (316 Nm). This means 1966 Lamborghini 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Lamborghini 400 | 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 400 | SL |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3927 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 80 L |
