1995 Lamborghini Cala vs. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 1995 Lamborghini Cala is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lamborghini Cala (400 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lamborghini Cala should accelerate faster than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1480 kg more than 1995 Lamborghini Cala.
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, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 (501 Nm) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lamborghini Cala. (316 Nm). This means 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lamborghini Cala.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lamborghini Cala | 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Cala | 600 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3900 cc | 6330 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 2770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 6250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3910 mm |
