1995 Lamborghini Cala vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112
To start off, 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lamborghini Cala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lamborghini Cala would be higher. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112 (403 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1995 Lamborghini Cala. (400 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112 should accelerate faster than 1995 Lamborghini Cala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1995 Lamborghini Cala. 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, 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112 (580 Nm) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lamborghini Cala. (316 Nm). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lamborghini Cala.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lamborghini Cala | 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Cala | C 112 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3900 cc | 5987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2710 mm |
