1971 Dodge Dart vs. 1972 Lamborghini Jarama

To start off, 1972 Lamborghini Jarama is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Dodge Dart 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 265 more horse power than 1971 Dodge Dart. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Lamborghini Jarama should accelerate faster than 1971 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Dodge Dart weights approximately 15 kg more than 1972 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, 1972 Lamborghini Jarama (407 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Dodge Dart. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Lamborghini Jarama will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Dodge Dart.

Compare all specifications:

1971 Dodge Dart 1972 Lamborghini Jarama
Make Dodge Lamborghini
Model Dart Jarama
Year Released 1971 1972
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3249 cc 3929 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 100 HP 365 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 7500 RPM
Torque 217 Nm 407 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 5500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 8.4:1 10.7:1
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 1355 kg 1340 kg
Vehicle Length 4990 mm 4490 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1200 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2380 mm


 

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