1974 Lamborghini Jarama vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren 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 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (617 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1974 Lamborghini Jarama. (346 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 1974 Lamborghini Jarama. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren weights approximately 230 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.
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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (780 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lamborghini Jarama. (394 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lamborghini Jarama.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lamborghini Jarama | 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Jarama | SLR McLaren |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 617 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 780 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 260 km/hour | 334 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 98 L |
