1966 Ford Mustang vs. 1973 Lamborghini Jarama
To start off, 1973 Lamborghini Jarama is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 6,385 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Lamborghini Jarama (350 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1966 Ford Mustang. (320 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Lamborghini Jarama should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Lamborghini Jarama weights approximately 361 kg more than 1966 Ford Mustang. 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, 1973 Lamborghini Jarama (393 Nm) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Mustang. (85 Nm). This means 1973 Lamborghini Jarama will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Mustang | 1973 Lamborghini Jarama | |
| Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
| Model | Mustang | Jarama |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6385 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.9 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1179 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 100 L |
