1966 Lamborghini 400 vs. 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1966 Lamborghini 400 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 3,927 cc (12 cylinders), 1966 Lamborghini 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Lamborghini 400 (317 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300. (238 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Lamborghini 400 should accelerate faster than 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300.
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, 1966 Lamborghini 400 (373 Nm) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300. (272 Nm). This means 1966 Lamborghini 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Lamborghini 400 | 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 400 | 300 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3927 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 100 L |
