1972 Lamborghini Jarama vs. 1992 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1992 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 20 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 153 more horse power than 1992 Mazda RX-7. (197 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Lamborghini Jarama should accelerate faster than 1992 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Lamborghini Jarama weights approximately 240 kg more than 1992 Mazda RX-7. 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 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mazda RX-7. (270 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Lamborghini Jarama will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Lamborghini Jarama | 1992 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mazda |
| Model | Jarama | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 2615 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 75 L |
