1974 Lamborghini Bravo vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC is newer by 35 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lamborghini Bravo (297 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC. (268 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lamborghini Bravo should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC weights approximately 1745 kg more than 1974 Lamborghini Bravo.
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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC (351 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lamborghini Bravo. (327 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lamborghini Bravo. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC has automatic transmission and 1974 Lamborghini Bravo has manual transmission. 1974 Lamborghini Bravo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lamborghini Bravo | 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Bravo | CLC |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 92.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 274 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 62 L |
