1969 Chevrolet Vega vs. 1974 Lamborghini Jarama
To start off, 1974 Lamborghini Jarama is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Chevrolet Vega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Chevrolet Vega would be higher. At 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1974 Lamborghini Jarama is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lamborghini Jarama (346 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1969 Chevrolet Vega. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lamborghini Jarama should accelerate faster than 1969 Chevrolet Vega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lamborghini Jarama weights approximately 535 kg more than 1969 Chevrolet Vega. 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, 1974 Lamborghini Jarama (394 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Chevrolet Vega. (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1974 Lamborghini Jarama will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Chevrolet Vega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Chevrolet Vega | 1974 Lamborghini Jarama | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lamborghini |
| Model | Vega | Jarama |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 394 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 100 L |
