1974 Lamborghini Jarama vs. 1978 Opel Senator
To start off, 1978 Opel Senator is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lamborghini Jarama. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lamborghini Jarama 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 231 more horse power than 1978 Opel Senator. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lamborghini Jarama should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lamborghini Jarama weights approximately 205 kg more than 1978 Opel Senator. 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 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Senator. (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1974 Lamborghini Jarama will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lamborghini Jarama | 1978 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Opel |
| Model | Jarama | Senator |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 1977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 260 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 43 L |
