1974 Lamborghini Jarama vs. 1993 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1993 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 19 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 108 more horse power than 1993 Mazda RX-7. (238 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lamborghini Jarama should accelerate faster than 1993 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lamborghini Jarama weights approximately 230 kg more than 1993 Mazda RX-7. 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 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda RX-7. (297 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1974 Lamborghini Jarama will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lamborghini Jarama | 1993 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mazda |
| Model | Jarama | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 260 km/hour | 259 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 55 L |
