1968 Lamborghini Espada vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 32 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 197 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz E. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lamborghini Espada should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 56 kg more than 1968 Lamborghini Espada.
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 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz E. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Lamborghini Espada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Lamborghini Espada | 2000 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Lamborghini | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Espada | E |
Year Released | 1968 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3929 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 78.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2840 mm |