1971 Lamborghini Jarama vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S 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, 1971 Lamborghini Jarama (346 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz S. (201 HP @ 1800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Lamborghini Jarama should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 230 kg more than 1971 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S (479 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Lamborghini Jarama. (393 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Lamborghini Jarama.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Lamborghini Jarama | 2005 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Jarama | S |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 3220 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 479 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 88 L |
