1968 Lamborghini Espada vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2003 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 35 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 4,266 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Lamborghini Espada (325 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2003 Mercedes-Benz S. (275 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lamborghini Espada should accelerate faster than 2003 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 395 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, 2003 Mercedes-Benz S (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Lamborghini Espada. (374 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Lamborghini Espada. 2003 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 1968 Lamborghini Espada has manual transmission. 1968 Lamborghini Espada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1968 Lamborghini Espada | 2003 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Lamborghini | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Espada | S |
Year Released | 1968 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3929 cc | 4266 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 275 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 88 L |