1974 Lamborghini Jarama vs. 1998 Porsche 993
To start off, 1998 Porsche 993 is newer by 24 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 50 more horse power than 1998 Porsche 993. (296 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lamborghini Jarama should accelerate faster than 1998 Porsche 993. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lamborghini Jarama weights approximately 120 kg more than 1998 Porsche 993. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Porsche 993 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Lamborghini Jarama. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 993 will offer significantly more control. 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 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Porsche 993. (362 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1974 Lamborghini Jarama will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Porsche 993.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lamborghini Jarama | 1998 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Porsche |
| Model | Jarama | 993 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2280 mm |
