1948 Austin A 90 vs. 1972 Lamborghini Jarama
To start off, 1972 Lamborghini Jarama is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1972 Lamborghini Jarama is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Lamborghini Jarama (365 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Lamborghini Jarama should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Austin A 90 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1972 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. Let's talk about torque, 1972 Lamborghini Jarama (407 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Austin A 90. (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Lamborghini Jarama will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Austin A 90 | 1972 Lamborghini Jarama | |
| Make | Austin | Lamborghini |
| Model | A 90 | Jarama |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 365 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2380 mm |
