1969 Holden Monaro vs. 1972 Lamborghini Jarama
To start off, 1972 Lamborghini Jarama is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Holden Monaro 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 253 more horse power than 1969 Holden Monaro. (112 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Lamborghini Jarama should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Lamborghini Jarama weights approximately 25 kg more than 1969 Holden Monaro. 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 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Holden Monaro. (213 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Lamborghini Jarama will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Monaro | 1972 Lamborghini Jarama | |
| Make | Holden | Lamborghini |
| Model | Monaro | Jarama |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2636 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 365 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2380 mm |
