1973 Lamborghini Jarama vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 29 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 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL (493 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1973 Lamborghini Jarama. (350 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1973 Lamborghini Jarama. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 410 kg more than 1973 Lamborghini Jarama. 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL (800 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Lamborghini Jarama. (393 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Lamborghini Jarama.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Lamborghini Jarama | 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Jarama | SL |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 260 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |
