1973 BMW 3.3 vs. 1972 Lamborghini Jarama
To start off, 1973 BMW 3.3 is newer by 1 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 160 more horse power than 1973 BMW 3.3. (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Lamborghini Jarama should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 3.3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Lamborghini Jarama weights approximately 90 kg more than 1973 BMW 3.3. 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 (393 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 3.3. (289 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Lamborghini Jarama will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 3.3.
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1973 BMW 3.3 | 1972 Lamborghini Jarama | |
Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
Model | 3.3 | Jarama |
Year Released | 1973 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3295 cc | 3929 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 260 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 100 L |