1995 Lamborghini Cala vs. 1990 Mercedes-Benz S

To start off, 1995 Lamborghini Cala is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lamborghini Cala (400 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1990 Mercedes-Benz S. (297 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lamborghini Cala should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 520 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, 1990 Mercedes-Benz S (463 Nm) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lamborghini Cala. (316 Nm). This means 1990 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lamborghini Cala. 1990 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 1995 Lamborghini Cala has manual transmission. 1995 Lamborghini Cala will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Lamborghini Cala 1990 Mercedes-Benz S
Make Lamborghini Mercedes-Benz
Model Cala S
Year Released 1995 1990
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3900 cc 5547 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 400 HP 297 HP
Engine RPM 7200 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 316 Nm 463 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1290 kg 1810 kg
Vehicle Length 4400 mm 5030 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1230 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2530 mm 2950 mm


 

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