1971 Lamborghini Jarama vs. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1971 Lamborghini Jarama is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1971 Lamborghini Jarama is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Lamborghini Jarama (346 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300. (109 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Lamborghini Jarama should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Lamborghini Jarama weights approximately 20 kg more than 1968 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, 1971 Lamborghini Jarama (393 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300. (185 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1971 Lamborghini Jarama will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Lamborghini Jarama | 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Jarama | 300 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 72 L |
