1974 Lamborghini Jarama vs. 1970 Plymouth Barracuda
To start off, 1974 Lamborghini Jarama is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Plymouth Barracuda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Plymouth Barracuda would be higher. At 5,563 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Plymouth Barracuda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lamborghini Jarama (346 HP) has 56 more horse power than 1970 Plymouth Barracuda. (290 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lamborghini Jarama should accelerate faster than 1970 Plymouth Barracuda.
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, 1970 Plymouth Barracuda (468 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lamborghini Jarama. (394 Nm). This means 1970 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lamborghini Jarama.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lamborghini Jarama | 1970 Plymouth Barracuda | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Plymouth |
| Model | Jarama | Barracuda |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 5563 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 290 HP |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 468 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 102.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2700 mm |
