1972 Lamborghini Jarama vs. 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110
To start off, 1972 Lamborghini Jarama is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110 would be higher. At 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1972 Lamborghini Jarama is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Lamborghini Jarama (350 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Lamborghini Jarama should accelerate faster than 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Lamborghini Jarama weights approximately 155 kg more than 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110. 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, 1972 Lamborghini Jarama (393 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110. (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Lamborghini Jarama will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Lamborghini Jarama | 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110 | |
Make | Lamborghini | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Jarama | W 110 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1965 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3929 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 21.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 52 L |