1973 Lamborghini Jarama vs. 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380
To start off, 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 is newer by 9 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 145 more horse power than 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380. (205 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Lamborghini Jarama should accelerate faster than 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 weights approximately 75 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, 1973 Lamborghini Jarama (393 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380. (315 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1973 Lamborghini Jarama will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Lamborghini Jarama | 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 | |
Make | Lamborghini | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Jarama | 380 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3929 cc | 3839 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 78.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3080 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 90 L |