1974 Lamborghini Jarama vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 31 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (445 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1974 Lamborghini Jarama. (346 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1974 Lamborghini Jarama. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1974 Lamborghini Jarama. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Porsche 911 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, 2005 Porsche 911 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lamborghini Jarama. (394 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lamborghini Jarama.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lamborghini Jarama | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Porsche |
| Model | Jarama | 911 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 445 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 260 km/hour | 307 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 64 L |
