1974 Lamborghini Jarama vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 is newer by 12 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 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lamborghini Jarama (346 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500. (245 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lamborghini Jarama should accelerate faster than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 126 kg more than 1974 Lamborghini Jarama.
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, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 (399 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lamborghini Jarama. (394 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lamborghini Jarama.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Lamborghini Jarama | 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
Make | Lamborghini | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Jarama | 500 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3929 cc | 4973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 399 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 85 mm |
Top Speed | 260 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1666 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3080 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 90 L |