1973 Lamborghini Jarama vs. 1975 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1975 Volkswagen SP2 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Lamborghini Jarama. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Lamborghini Jarama 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 275 more horse power than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Lamborghini Jarama should accelerate faster than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Lamborghini Jarama weights approximately 650 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Lamborghini Jarama (393 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Lamborghini Jarama will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Lamborghini Jarama | 1975 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Volkswagen |
| Model | Jarama | SP2 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 1677 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2410 mm |
