1964 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 1972 Lamborghini Jarama
To start off, 1972 Lamborghini Jarama is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO would be higher. At 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1972 Lamborghini Jarama is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Lamborghini Jarama (365 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO. (296 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Lamborghini Jarama should accelerate faster than 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Lamborghini Jarama weights approximately 425 kg more than 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO. 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 (407 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO. (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1972 Lamborghini Jarama will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO | 1972 Lamborghini Jarama | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lamborghini |
| Model | 250 GTO | Jarama |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 365 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 254 km/hour | 255 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2380 mm |
