1971 Lamborghini Urraco vs. 1988 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 1988 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Lamborghini Urraco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Lamborghini Urraco would be higher. At 2,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Lamborghini Urraco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Lamborghini Urraco (217 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1988 Mercedes-Benz G. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Lamborghini Urraco should accelerate faster than 1988 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 510 kg more than 1971 Lamborghini Urraco.
Because 1988 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Lamborghini Urraco. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 1971 Lamborghini Urraco (210 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mercedes-Benz G. (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Lamborghini Urraco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Lamborghini Urraco | 1988 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Urraco | G |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2462 cc | 2297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |
