1971 Lamborghini Jarama vs. 2006 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2006 Lotus Elise is newer by 35 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 156 more horse power than 2006 Lotus Elise. (190 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Lamborghini Jarama should accelerate faster than 2006 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Lamborghini Jarama weights approximately 644 kg more than 2006 Lotus Elise. 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, 1971 Lamborghini Jarama (393 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lotus Elise. (187 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1971 Lamborghini Jarama will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Lamborghini Jarama | 2006 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Lotus |
| Model | Jarama | Elise |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 1803 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 896 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 40 L |
