1955 Austin A 55 vs. 1974 Lamborghini Jarama
To start off, 1974 Lamborghini Jarama is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 55 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 295 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lamborghini Jarama should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lamborghini Jarama weights approximately 485 kg more than 1955 Austin A 55. 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, 1974 Lamborghini Jarama (394 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 55. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1974 Lamborghini Jarama will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin A 55 | 1974 Lamborghini Jarama | |
| Make | Austin | Lamborghini |
| Model | A 55 | Jarama |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 394 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2470 mm |
