1969 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1971 Lamborghini Jarama
To start off, 1971 Lamborghini Jarama is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Lamborghini Jarama (346 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1969 Chevrolet Impala. (166 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Lamborghini Jarama should accelerate faster than 1969 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 355 kg more than 1971 Lamborghini Jarama.
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, 1971 Lamborghini Jarama (393 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Chevrolet Impala. (387 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1971 Lamborghini Jarama will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Chevrolet Impala | 1971 Lamborghini Jarama | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lamborghini |
| Model | Impala | Jarama |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 100 L |
