1970 Lamborghini Urraco vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 32 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 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL (494 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1970 Lamborghini Urraco. (220 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1970 Lamborghini Urraco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 775 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL (700 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 475 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Lamborghini Urraco. (225 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Lamborghini Urraco. 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL 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. 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1970 Lamborghini Urraco | 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Lamborghini | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Urraco | SL |
Year Released | 1970 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2461 cc | 5441 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 494 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5600 RPM | 2650 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 53.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 62 L |