1972 Lamborghini Jarama vs. 1992 TVR Griffith
To start off, 1992 TVR Griffith 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 3,944 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Lamborghini Jarama (350 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1992 TVR Griffith. (225 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Lamborghini Jarama should accelerate faster than 1992 TVR Griffith. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Lamborghini Jarama weights approximately 480 kg more than 1992 TVR Griffith. 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 TVR Griffith. (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Lamborghini Jarama will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 TVR Griffith.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Lamborghini Jarama | 1992 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | Lamborghini | TVR |
| Model | Jarama | Griffith |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 3944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 260 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 57 L |
