1973 Lamborghini Jarama vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 40 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 142 more horse power than 2013 Mini Cooper. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Lamborghini Jarama should accelerate faster than 2013 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Lamborghini Jarama weights approximately 255 kg more than 2013 Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Lamborghini Jarama is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Lamborghini Jarama. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 @ 5500 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Cooper. (260 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 1973 Lamborghini Jarama will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Lamborghini Jarama | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mini |
| Model | Jarama | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1432 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2547 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 50 L |
