1967 Lamborghini 400 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Lamborghini 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Lamborghini 400 would be higher. At 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1967 Lamborghini 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Lamborghini 400 (320 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz E. (210 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Lamborghini 400 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz E.
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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E (542 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Lamborghini 400. (374 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Lamborghini 400. 2011 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 1967 Lamborghini 400 has manual transmission. 1967 Lamborghini 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Lamborghini 400 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 400 | E |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 80 L |
