1972 Lamborghini Jarama vs. 1957 Morris Minor
To start off, 1972 Lamborghini Jarama is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Morris Minor would be higher. At 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1972 Lamborghini Jarama is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Lamborghini Jarama (365 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 330 more horse power than 1957 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Lamborghini Jarama should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Lamborghini Jarama weights approximately 515 kg more than 1957 Morris Minor. 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, 1972 Lamborghini Jarama (407 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Lamborghini Jarama will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Lamborghini Jarama | 1957 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Morris |
| Model | Jarama | Minor |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 365 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2190 mm |
