1962 AC Cobra vs. 1972 Lamborghini Jarama
To start off, 1972 Lamborghini Jarama is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,265 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Lamborghini Jarama (350 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1962 AC Cobra. (256 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Lamborghini Jarama should accelerate faster than 1962 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Lamborghini Jarama weights approximately 556 kg more than 1962 AC Cobra. 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, 1972 Lamborghini Jarama (393 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Cobra. (365 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1972 Lamborghini Jarama will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 AC Cobra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Cobra | 1972 Lamborghini Jarama | |
| Make | AC | Lamborghini |
| Model | Cobra | Jarama |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4265 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 260 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 100 L |
