1974 Lamborghini Jarama vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C 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 78 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (268 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lamborghini Jarama should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lamborghini Jarama weights approximately 214 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. 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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1974 Lamborghini Jarama will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lamborghini Jarama | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Jarama | C |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 3498 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 92.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 260 km/hour | 252 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 66 L |
