1972 Lamborghini Jarama vs. 1968 Plymouth VIP
To start off, 1972 Lamborghini Jarama is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Plymouth VIP. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Plymouth VIP would be higher. At 5,208 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Plymouth VIP is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Lamborghini Jarama (365 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1968 Plymouth VIP. (230 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Lamborghini Jarama should accelerate faster than 1968 Plymouth VIP. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Plymouth VIP weights approximately 307 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, 1968 Plymouth VIP (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Lamborghini Jarama. (407 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1968 Plymouth VIP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Lamborghini Jarama. 1968 Plymouth VIP has automatic transmission and 1972 Lamborghini Jarama has manual transmission. 1972 Lamborghini Jarama will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 Plymouth VIP will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Lamborghini Jarama | 1968 Plymouth VIP | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Plymouth |
| Model | Jarama | VIP |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 5208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 365 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1647 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3030 mm |
