1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 vs. 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo (562 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 444 more horse power than 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo (540 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Lamborghini |
| Model | W 111 | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2306 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 562 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4386 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1165 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 90 L |
