1971 Lamborghini Jarama vs. 2005 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2005 Lotus Esprit is newer by 34 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 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1971 Lamborghini Jarama is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Esprit (349 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1971 Lamborghini Jarama. (346 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1971 Lamborghini Jarama. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Lamborghini Jarama weights approximately 160 kg more than 2005 Lotus Esprit.
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, 2005 Lotus Esprit (400 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Lamborghini Jarama. (393 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Lamborghini Jarama.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Lamborghini Jarama | 2005 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Lotus |
| Model | Jarama | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 3506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 349 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 73 L |
