1962 BMW 1500 vs. 1975 Lamborghini Jarama
To start off, 1975 Lamborghini Jarama is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 BMW 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 BMW 1500 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 266 more horse power than 1962 BMW 1500. (80 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Lamborghini Jarama should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Lamborghini Jarama weights approximately 497 kg more than 1962 BMW 1500. 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 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 1500. (118 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Lamborghini Jarama will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 BMW 1500 | 1975 Lamborghini Jarama | |
| Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
| Model | 1500 | Jarama |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 260 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1043 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2470 mm |
