1972 Lamborghini Jarama vs. 2005 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 2005 TVR Chimaera is newer by 33 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 4,546 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Lamborghini Jarama (365 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2005 TVR Chimaera. (281 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Lamborghini Jarama should accelerate faster than 2005 TVR Chimaera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Lamborghini Jarama weights approximately 125 kg more than 2005 TVR Chimaera. 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 (407 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 TVR Chimaera. (389 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Lamborghini Jarama will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 TVR Chimaera.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Lamborghini Jarama | 2005 TVR Chimaera | |
Make | Lamborghini | TVR |
Model | Jarama | Chimaera |
Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3929 cc | 4546 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 365 HP | 281 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 389 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 255 km/hour | 257 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2290 mm |