1974 Lamborghini Jarama vs. 1985 Ford Meteor
To start off, 1985 Ford Meteor is newer by 11 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 264 more horse power than 1985 Ford Meteor. (82 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lamborghini Jarama should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Meteor.
Because 1974 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 1974 Lamborghini Jarama. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Ford Meteor, 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, 1974 Lamborghini Jarama (394 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Meteor. (123 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Lamborghini Jarama will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lamborghini Jarama | 1985 Ford Meteor | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Ford |
| Model | Jarama | Meteor |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2410 mm |
