1973 Lamborghini Jarama vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560
To start off, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 is newer by 13 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 5,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Lamborghini Jarama (350 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560. (142 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Lamborghini Jarama should accelerate faster than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 weights approximately 79 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, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 (454 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Lamborghini Jarama. (393 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Lamborghini Jarama.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Lamborghini Jarama | 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 | |
Make | Lamborghini | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Jarama | 560 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3929 cc | 5547 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 94.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 260 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1619 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2460 mm |