1955 Ford Zephyr vs. 1971 Lamborghini Jarama
To start off, 1971 Lamborghini Jarama is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1971 Lamborghini Jarama is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Lamborghini Jarama (346 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 289 more horse power than 1955 Ford Zephyr. (57 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Lamborghini Jarama should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Lamborghini Jarama weights approximately 395 kg more than 1955 Ford Zephyr. 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, 1971 Lamborghini Jarama (393 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Zephyr. (151 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1971 Lamborghini Jarama will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Ford Zephyr | 1971 Lamborghini Jarama | |
| Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
| Model | Zephyr | Jarama |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 100 L |
