1972 Lamborghini Jarama vs. 2012 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2012 Nissan Sentra 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 (365 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Sentra. (177 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Lamborghini Jarama should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 80 kg more than 1972 Lamborghini Jarama.
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 Nissan Sentra, 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 (407 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Sentra. (233 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 Lamborghini Jarama will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Lamborghini Jarama | 2012 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Nissan |
| Model | Jarama | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 365 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4575 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1511 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2685 mm |
