1972 Lamborghini Jarama vs. 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado is newer by 11 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 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Lamborghini Jarama (365 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Lamborghini Jarama should accelerate faster than 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 364 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 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Lamborghini Jarama will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado. 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado 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. 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Lamborghini Jarama | 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
Make | Lamborghini | Oldsmobile |
Model | Jarama | Toronado |
Year Released | 1972 | 1983 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3929 cc | 4129 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 365 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
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 | 1704 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2910 mm |