1974 Lamborghini Jarama vs. 1961 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1974 Lamborghini Jarama is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1974 Lamborghini Jarama is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lamborghini Jarama (346 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 1961 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lamborghini Jarama should accelerate faster than 1961 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lamborghini Jarama weights approximately 800 kg more than 1961 Triumph Herald. 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, 1974 Lamborghini Jarama (394 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1974 Lamborghini Jarama will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lamborghini Jarama | 1961 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Triumph |
| Model | Jarama | Herald |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 53 L |
