1972 Lamborghini Jarama vs. 1974 Volvo 245
To start off, 1974 Volvo 245 is newer by 2 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 (365 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1974 Volvo 245. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Lamborghini Jarama should accelerate faster than 1974 Volvo 245. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Volvo 245 weights approximately 54 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, 1972 Lamborghini Jarama (407 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volvo 245. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Lamborghini Jarama will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volvo 245.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Lamborghini Jarama | 1974 Volvo 245 | |
Make | Lamborghini | Volvo |
Model | Jarama | 245 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3929 cc | 2127 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 365 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1394 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2650 mm |