1974 Lamborghini Jarama vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 34 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 118 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz R. (228 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lamborghini Jarama should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 590 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 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz R. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Lamborghini Jarama will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz R.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Lamborghini Jarama | 2008 Mercedes-Benz R | |
Make | Lamborghini | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Jarama | R |
Year Released | 1974 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3929 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 82.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 260 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2990 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |