1956 Holden FE 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 Holden FE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Holden FE 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 290 more horse power than 1956 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Lamborghini Jarama should accelerate faster than 1956 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Lamborghini Jarama weights approximately 560 kg more than 1956 Holden FE. 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 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Holden FE. (151 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 1973 Lamborghini Jarama will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Holden FE.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Holden FE | 1973 Lamborghini Jarama | |
| Make | Holden | Lamborghini |
| Model | FE | Jarama |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2470 mm |
