1972 Lamborghini Jarama vs. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Lamborghini Jarama. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Lamborghini Jarama would be higher. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 (389 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1972 Lamborghini Jarama. (350 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1972 Lamborghini Jarama. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 530 kg more than 1972 Lamborghini Jarama. 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, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 (571 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Lamborghini Jarama. (393 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Lamborghini Jarama.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Lamborghini Jarama | 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Jarama | 600 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 5987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 389 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 571 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 80.2 mm |
| Top Speed | 260 km/hour | 253 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |
