1974 Lamborghini Jarama vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 32 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 58 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS. (288 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lamborghini Jarama should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 195 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, 1974 Lamborghini Jarama (394 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS. (365 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Lamborghini Jarama will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lamborghini Jarama | 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Jarama | CLS |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 92.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 260 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |
