1972 Lamborghini Jarama vs. 1998 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 26 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 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1972 Lamborghini Jarama. (365 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1972 Lamborghini Jarama. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 190 kg more than 1972 Lamborghini Jarama. 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, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo (581 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Lamborghini Jarama. (407 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1998 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Lamborghini Jarama.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Lamborghini Jarama | 1998 Lamborghini Diablo | |
Make | Lamborghini | Lamborghini |
Model | Jarama | Diablo |
Year Released | 1972 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3929 cc | 5707 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 365 HP | 485 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 581 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Top Speed | 255 km/hour | 325 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2650 mm |