1975 Lamborghini Urraco vs. 1962 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1975 Lamborghini Urraco is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Lamborghini Urraco (217 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1962 Mercedes-Benz 300. (158 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Lamborghini Urraco should accelerate faster than 1962 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1975 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.
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1975 Lamborghini Urraco | 1962 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | Lamborghini | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Urraco | 300 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2462 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3160 mm |