1972 Lamborghini Jarama vs. 1978 Volvo 265
To start off, 1978 Volvo 265 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 217 more horse power than 1978 Volvo 265. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Lamborghini Jarama should accelerate faster than 1978 Volvo 265. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Volvo 265 weights approximately 64 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 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volvo 265. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Lamborghini Jarama will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volvo 265.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Lamborghini Jarama | 1978 Volvo 265 | |
Make | Lamborghini | Volvo |
Model | Jarama | 265 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3929 cc | 2664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 365 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
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 | 1404 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2660 mm |