1974 Lamborghini Jarama vs. 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1974 Lamborghini Jarama is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1974 Lamborghini Jarama is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lamborghini Jarama (346 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300. (158 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lamborghini Jarama should accelerate faster than 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1974 Lamborghini Jarama.
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.
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1974 Lamborghini Jarama | 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | Lamborghini | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Jarama | 300 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3929 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3160 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 71 L |