1984 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 3,479 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa (252 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300. (238 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 115 kg more than 1959 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, 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa (319 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300. (271 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lamborghini Jalpa | 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Jalpa | 300 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3479 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 100 L |
