1972 Lamborghini Jarama vs. 2012 Mazda 5
To start off, 2012 Mazda 5 is newer by 40 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 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1972 Lamborghini Jarama is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Lamborghini Jarama (350 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 5. (113 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Lamborghini Jarama should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Lamborghini Jarama weights approximately 70 kg more than 2012 Mazda 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Lamborghini Jarama is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Lamborghini Jarama. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 5. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Lamborghini Jarama will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Lamborghini Jarama | 2012 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mazda |
| Model | Jarama | 5 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 260 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1615 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 60 L |
