1995 Lamborghini Cala vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 13 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 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lamborghini Cala (400 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (355 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lamborghini Cala should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lamborghini Cala weights approximately 50 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK. 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK (510 Nm) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lamborghini Cala. (316 Nm). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lamborghini Cala. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK 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. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lamborghini Cala | 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Cala | SLK |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3900 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2440 mm |
