1973 Lamborghini Jarama vs. 1968 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1973 Lamborghini Jarama is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1973 Lamborghini Jarama is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Lamborghini Jarama (350 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1968 Nissan Laurel. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Lamborghini Jarama should accelerate faster than 1968 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Lamborghini Jarama weights approximately 526 kg more than 1968 Nissan Laurel. 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, 1973 Lamborghini Jarama (393 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Nissan Laurel. (155 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1973 Lamborghini Jarama will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Lamborghini Jarama | 1968 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | Lamborghini | Nissan |
Model | Jarama | Laurel |
Year Released | 1973 | 1968 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3929 cc | 1815 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1014 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2630 mm |