1956 Ford Escort vs. 1973 Lamborghini Jarama
To start off, 1973 Lamborghini Jarama is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1973 Lamborghini Jarama is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Lamborghini Jarama (350 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 319 more horse power than 1956 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Lamborghini Jarama should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Lamborghini Jarama weights approximately 723 kg more than 1956 Ford Escort. 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, 1973 Lamborghini Jarama (393 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Escort. (72 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1973 Lamborghini Jarama will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Ford Escort | 1973 Lamborghini Jarama | |
Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
Model | Escort | Jarama |
Year Released | 1956 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 3929 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 72 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 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 | 817 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 100 L |