1972 Lamborghini Urraco vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1972 Lamborghini Urraco is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1972 Lamborghini Urraco. (217 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1972 Lamborghini Urraco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 11 kg more than 1972 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, 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 (271 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Lamborghini Urraco. (210 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Lamborghini Urraco.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Lamborghini Urraco | 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | Lamborghini | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Urraco | 300 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2462 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |