1966 Lamborghini 400 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 43 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 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (469 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1966 Lamborghini 400. (317 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1966 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (701 Nm) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lamborghini 400. (373 Nm). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lamborghini 400. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 1966 Lamborghini 400 has manual transmission. 1966 Lamborghini 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1966 Lamborghini 400 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Lamborghini | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 400 | E |
Year Released | 1966 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3927 cc | 5439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 469 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 701 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 80 L |