1995 Lamborghini P140 vs. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1995 Lamborghini P140 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 3,960 cc (10 cylinders), 1995 Lamborghini P140 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lamborghini P140 (372 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. (172 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lamborghini P140 should accelerate faster than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 494 kg more than 1995 Lamborghini P140.
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, 1995 Lamborghini P140 (390 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. (255 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1995 Lamborghini P140 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lamborghini P140 | 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | P140 | 300 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3960 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 372 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5 seconds | 14 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1286 kg | 1780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1520 mm |
