1972 Lamborghini Jarama vs. 1997 Volkswagen W12
To start off, 1997 Volkswagen W12 is newer by 25 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 5,600 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen W12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volkswagen W12 (420 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1972 Lamborghini Jarama. (350 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen W12 should accelerate faster than 1972 Lamborghini Jarama. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Lamborghini Jarama weights approximately 340 kg more than 1997 Volkswagen W12.
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, 1997 Volkswagen W12 (719 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Lamborghini Jarama. (393 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen W12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Lamborghini Jarama.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Lamborghini Jarama | 1997 Volkswagen W12 | |
Make | Lamborghini | Volkswagen |
Model | Jarama | W12 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3929 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 719 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 90.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 260 km/hour | 321 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 55 L |