1973 Lamborghini Jarama vs. 1971 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1973 Lamborghini Jarama is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Lamborghini Jarama (350 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1971 Pontiac Firebird. (296 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Lamborghini Jarama should accelerate faster than 1971 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 210 kg more than 1973 Lamborghini Jarama.
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, 1971 Pontiac Firebird (563 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Lamborghini Jarama. (393 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1971 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Lamborghini Jarama.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Lamborghini Jarama | 1971 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Lamborghini | Pontiac |
Model | Jarama | Firebird |
Year Released | 1973 | 1971 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3929 cc | 7462 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 563 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 105.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 106.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 76 L |