1973 Lamborghini Urraco vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK

To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 32 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Lamborghini Urraco (217 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (215 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Lamborghini Urraco should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 260 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Lamborghini Urraco. (210 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Lamborghini Urraco. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK has automatic transmission and 1973 Lamborghini Urraco has manual transmission. 1973 Lamborghini Urraco will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1973 Lamborghini Urraco 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK
Make Lamborghini Mercedes-Benz
Model Urraco CLK
Year Released 1973 2005
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 2461 cc 3199 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 217 HP 215 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5750 RPM
Torque 210 Nm 310 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1370 kg 1630 kg
Vehicle Length 4290 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1170 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2460 mm 2720 mm


 

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