1957 Austin A 35 vs. 1974 Lamborghini Jarama
To start off, 1974 Lamborghini Jarama is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A 35 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 312 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lamborghini Jarama should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lamborghini Jarama weights approximately 850 kg more than 1957 Austin A 35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Lamborghini Jarama (394 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1974 Lamborghini Jarama will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin A 35 | 1974 Lamborghini Jarama | |
| Make | Austin | Lamborghini |
| Model | A 35 | Jarama |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 394 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 100 L |
