1964 Lamborghini 350 GT vs. 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1964 Lamborghini 350 GT is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 3,464 cc (12 cylinders), 1964 Lamborghini 350 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Lamborghini 350 GT (280 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300. (215 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Lamborghini 350 GT should accelerate faster than 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Lamborghini 350 GT weights approximately 4 kg more than 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300. 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, 1964 Lamborghini 350 GT (327 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300. (275 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1964 Lamborghini 350 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Lamborghini 350 GT | 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 350 GT | 300 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3464 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 251 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1297 kg | 1293 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2410 mm |
