1973 Lamborghini Jarama vs. 2008 MG ZT
To start off, 2008 MG ZT is newer by 35 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 MG ZT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Lamborghini Jarama (350 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2008 MG ZT. (256 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Lamborghini Jarama should accelerate faster than 2008 MG ZT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 MG ZT weights approximately 20 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, 2008 MG ZT (410 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Lamborghini Jarama. (393 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 MG ZT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Lamborghini Jarama.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Lamborghini Jarama | 2008 MG ZT | |
| Make | Lamborghini | MG |
| Model | Jarama | ZT |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 260 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 65 L |
