1972 Lamborghini Jarama vs. 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 1972 Lamborghini Jarama is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 5,401 cc (8 cylinders), 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Lamborghini Jarama (365 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500. (180 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Lamborghini Jarama should accelerate faster than 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 1066 kg more than 1972 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, 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 (440 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Lamborghini Jarama. (407 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Lamborghini Jarama.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Lamborghini Jarama | 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Jarama | 500 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1944 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 5401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 365 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 5.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 2406 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3300 mm |
