1974 Lamborghini Jarama vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 38 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (360 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1974 Lamborghini Jarama. (346 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1974 Lamborghini Jarama. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1013 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lamborghini Jarama. (394 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lamborghini Jarama.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Lamborghini Jarama | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Lamborghini | Chevrolet |
Model | Jarama | Silverado |
Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3929 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2553 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5715 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 8032 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1971 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3396 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 136 L |