1973 Lamborghini Jarama vs. 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 32 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 172 more horse power than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (178 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Lamborghini Jarama should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Lamborghini Jarama weights approximately 393 kg more than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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, 1973 Lamborghini Jarama (393 Nm) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (225 Nm). This means 1973 Lamborghini Jarama will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Lamborghini Jarama | 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Lamborghini | Mazda |
Model | Jarama | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3929 cc | 1835 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 225 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1147 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 48 L |