1972 Lamborghini Jarama vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 36 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 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (507 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1972 Lamborghini Jarama. (350 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1972 Lamborghini Jarama. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Lamborghini Jarama weights approximately 425 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E.
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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Lamborghini Jarama. (393 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Lamborghini Jarama.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Lamborghini Jarama | 2008 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Jarama | E |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 6208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 507 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 631 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 102.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 260 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |
