1973 Lamborghini Jarama vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 38 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1973 Lamborghini Jarama. (350 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1973 Lamborghini Jarama. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 481 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Lamborghini Jarama. (393 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Lamborghini Jarama.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Lamborghini Jarama | 2011 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Lamborghini | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Jarama | S |
Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3929 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 382 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2021 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5245 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3165 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 90 L |