1971 Lamborghini Jarama vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Lamborghini Jarama. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Lamborghini Jarama would be higher. At 5,956 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E (376 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1971 Lamborghini Jarama. (346 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1971 Lamborghini Jarama. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 130 kg more than 1971 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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E (551 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Lamborghini Jarama. (393 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Lamborghini Jarama.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Lamborghini Jarama | 1993 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Jarama | E |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 5956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 551 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1440 mm |
