1969 Lamborghini Islero vs. 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lamborghini Islero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lamborghini Islero would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lamborghini Islero (346 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lamborghini Islero should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1310 kg more than 1969 Lamborghini Islero.
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, 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 (501 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lamborghini Islero. (393 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lamborghini Islero.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Lamborghini Islero | 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
Make | Lamborghini | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Islero | 600 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3928 cc | 6330 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 501 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 2770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 6250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3910 mm |