1967 Lamborghini 400 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 45 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 113 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz G. (207 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Lamborghini 400 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz G.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Lamborghini 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz G (540 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Lamborghini 400. (374 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Lamborghini 400. 2012 Mercedes-Benz G 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. 2012 Mercedes-Benz G will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Lamborghini 400 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 400 | G |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4686 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1824 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 96 L |
