1974 Lamborghini Jarama vs. 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 35 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 188 more horse power than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (158 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lamborghini Jarama should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lamborghini Jarama weights approximately 385 kg more than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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, 1974 Lamborghini Jarama (394 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (188 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1974 Lamborghini Jarama will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
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1974 Lamborghini Jarama | 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Lamborghini | Mazda |
Model | Jarama | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3929 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 83.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 260 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 50 L |