1996 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2013 Lamborghini Aventador
To start off, 2013 Lamborghini Aventador is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 6,500 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Lamborghini Aventador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Lamborghini Aventador (700 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 425 more horse power than 1996 Mercedes-Benz E. (275 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lamborghini Aventador should accelerate faster than 1996 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 477 kg more than 2013 Lamborghini Aventador.
Because 2013 Lamborghini Aventador is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Mercedes-Benz E. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Lamborghini Aventador will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Lamborghini Aventador (690 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mercedes-Benz E. (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Lamborghini Aventador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mercedes-Benz E | 2013 Lamborghini Aventador | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Lamborghini |
| Model | E | Aventador |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4266 cc | 6500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 700 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 690 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 76 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2052 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2260 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1135 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |
