1968 Lamborghini Espada vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 36 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 176 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. (149 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lamborghini Espada should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 110 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) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. (340 Nm). This means 1968 Lamborghini Espada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Lamborghini Espada | 2004 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Espada | C |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 62 L |
