1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1973 Lamborghini Jarama
To start off, 1973 Lamborghini Jarama is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 AC Greyhound. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 AC Greyhound 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 246 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Lamborghini Jarama should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Lamborghini Jarama weights approximately 447 kg more than 1959 AC Greyhound. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Lamborghini Jarama (393 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1973 Lamborghini Jarama will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 1973 Lamborghini Jarama | |
| Make | AC | Lamborghini |
| Model | Greyhound | Jarama |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 100 L |
