1968 Lamborghini Espada vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 45 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) has 80 more horse power than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C. (245 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lamborghini Espada should accelerate faster than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 215 kg more than 1968 Lamborghini Espada.
Because 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Lamborghini Espada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C will offer significantly more control. 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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C. (340 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 Lamborghini Espada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Lamborghini Espada | 2013 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Espada | C |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 245 HP |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4591 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2008 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |
