1968 Lamborghini Espada vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 41 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 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1968 Lamborghini Espada. (325 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1968 Lamborghini Espada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 1350 kg more than 1968 Lamborghini Espada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Lamborghini Espada. (374 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Lamborghini Espada. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E 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. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Lamborghini Espada | 2009 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Espada | E |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 5461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 98.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 80 L |
