1985 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280
To start off, 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280 would be higher. At 3,480 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa (253 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa.
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, 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa (319 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa | 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Jalpa | 280 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3480 cc | 2744 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 95 L |
