1970 Lamborghini Jarama vs. 2010 Alpina B5
To start off, 2010 Alpina B5 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Lamborghini Jarama. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Lamborghini Jarama would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Alpina B5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alpina B5 (493 HP) has 143 more horse power than 1970 Lamborghini Jarama. (350 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1970 Lamborghini Jarama. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alpina B5 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1970 Lamborghini Jarama. 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, 2010 Alpina B5 (700 Nm) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Lamborghini Jarama. (392 Nm). This means 2010 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Lamborghini Jarama. 2010 Alpina B5 has automatic transmission and 1970 Lamborghini Jarama has manual transmission. 1970 Lamborghini Jarama will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Alpina B5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1970 Lamborghini Jarama | 2010 Alpina B5 | |
Make | Lamborghini | Alpina |
Model | Jarama | B5 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3929 cc | 4397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 493 HP |
Torque | 392 Nm | 700 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 300 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |