1974 Lamborghini Urraco vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lamborghini Urraco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lamborghini Urraco would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL (217 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1974 Lamborghini Urraco. (182 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1974 Lamborghini Urraco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 505 kg more than 1974 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL (316 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lamborghini Urraco. (176 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lamborghini Urraco.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Lamborghini Urraco | 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Lamborghini | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Urraco | SL |
Year Released | 1974 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 316 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.4 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 53 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |