1972 Lamborghini Jarama vs. 1973 Mazda RX-2
To start off, 1973 Mazda RX-2 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Lamborghini Jarama. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Lamborghini Jarama 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 (350 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1973 Mazda RX-2. (118 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Lamborghini Jarama should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda RX-2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Lamborghini Jarama weights approximately 580 kg more than 1973 Mazda RX-2. 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 (393 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda RX-2. (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Lamborghini Jarama will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda RX-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Lamborghini Jarama | 1973 Mazda RX-2 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mazda |
| Model | Jarama | RX-2 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2480 mm |
