1974 Lamborghini Bravo vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lamborghini Bravo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lamborghini Bravo would be higher. At 4,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1974 Lamborghini Bravo. (297 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1974 Lamborghini Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 806 kg more than 1974 Lamborghini Bravo. 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lamborghini Bravo. (327 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lamborghini Bravo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lamborghini Bravo | 2006 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Bravo | S |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1891 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 88 L |
