1972 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1970 Lamborghini Jarama
To start off, 1972 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Lamborghini Jarama. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Lamborghini Jarama would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Lamborghini Jarama (350 HP) has 95 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Corvette. (255 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Lamborghini Jarama should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Lamborghini Jarama weights approximately 136 kg more than 1972 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 1970 Lamborghini Jarama (392 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chevrolet Corvette. (380 Nm). This means 1970 Lamborghini Jarama will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Corvette | 1970 Lamborghini Jarama | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lamborghini |
| Model | Corvette | Jarama |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 350 HP |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 392 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 100 L |
