1988 Citroen Mehari vs. 1967 Lamborghini 400
To start off, 1988 Citroen Mehari is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Lamborghini 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Lamborghini 400 would be higher. At 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1967 Lamborghini 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Lamborghini 400 (320 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1988 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Lamborghini 400 should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen Mehari.
Because 1967 Lamborghini 400 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Lamborghini 400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Citroen Mehari, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1967 Lamborghini 400 (374 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1967 Lamborghini 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Citroen Mehari | 1967 Lamborghini 400 | |
Make | Citroen | Lamborghini |
Model | Mehari | 400 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1967 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 600 cc | 3929 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2560 mm |