1957 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1975 Lamborghini Jarama
To start off, 1975 Lamborghini Jarama is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1975 Lamborghini Jarama is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Lamborghini Jarama (346 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Lamborghini Jarama should accelerate faster than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Lamborghini Jarama weights approximately 315 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. 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, 1975 Lamborghini Jarama (393 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. (245 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1975 Lamborghini Jarama will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT.
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1957 Ferrari 250 GT | 1975 Lamborghini Jarama | |
Make | Ferrari | Lamborghini |
Model | 250 GT | Jarama |
Year Released | 1957 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2952 cc | 3929 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 346 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 62 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 100 L |