1973 Lamborghini Urraco vs. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Lamborghini Urraco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Lamborghini Urraco would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Lamborghini Urraco (217 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300. (109 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Lamborghini Urraco should accelerate faster than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1973 Lamborghini Urraco.
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, 1973 Lamborghini Urraco (210 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300. (185 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1973 Lamborghini Urraco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Lamborghini Urraco | 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | Lamborghini | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Urraco | 300 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2461 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2810 mm |