1972 Lamborghini Jarama vs. 1978 Mazda 818
To start off, 1978 Mazda 818 is newer by 6 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 297 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Lamborghini Jarama should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Lamborghini Jarama weights approximately 340 kg more than 1978 Mazda 818. 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 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Lamborghini Jarama will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Lamborghini Jarama | 1978 Mazda 818 | |
Make | Lamborghini | Mazda |
Model | Jarama | 818 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3929 cc | 1272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 365 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2320 mm |