1968 Lamborghini Espada vs. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Lamborghini Espada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Lamborghini Espada would be higher. At 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1968 Lamborghini Espada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Lamborghini Espada (325 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lamborghini Espada should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190.
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, 1968 Lamborghini Espada (374 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190. (153 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1968 Lamborghini Espada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Lamborghini Espada | 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Espada | 190 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 72.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 100 L |
