1973 Lamborghini Jarama vs. 2004 Maserati MC12
To start off, 2004 Maserati MC12 is newer by 31 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Maserati MC12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Maserati MC12 (622 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1973 Lamborghini Jarama. (350 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 1973 Lamborghini Jarama. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Lamborghini Jarama weights approximately 205 kg more than 2004 Maserati MC12.
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, 2004 Maserati MC12 (652 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Lamborghini Jarama. (393 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Lamborghini Jarama.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Lamborghini Jarama | 2004 Maserati MC12 | |
Make | Lamborghini | Maserati |
Model | Jarama | MC12 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3929 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 622 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 652 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2100 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 88 L |