1974 Lamborghini Jarama vs. 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW
To start off, 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW is newer by 5 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 6,328 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW (395 HP @ 5160 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1974 Lamborghini Jarama. (346 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW should accelerate faster than 1974 Lamborghini Jarama. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lamborghini Jarama weights approximately 290 kg more than 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW.
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, 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW (600 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lamborghini Jarama. (394 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lamborghini Jarama.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Lamborghini Jarama | 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW | |
Make | Lamborghini | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Jarama | CW |
Year Released | 1974 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3929 cc | 6328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5160 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1120 mm |