1970 Lamborghini Urraco vs. 1997 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 1997 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Lamborghini Urraco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Lamborghini Urraco would be higher. At 4,266 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mercedes-Benz C (303 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1970 Lamborghini Urraco. (217 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1970 Lamborghini Urraco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 200 kg more than 1970 Lamborghini Urraco. 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, 1997 Mercedes-Benz C (410 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Lamborghini Urraco. (211 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1997 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Lamborghini Urraco. 1997 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 1970 Lamborghini Urraco has manual transmission. 1970 Lamborghini Urraco will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Lamborghini Urraco | 1997 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Urraco | C |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2462 cc | 4266 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2700 mm |
