1974 Lamborghini Jarama vs. 2012 Ford Edge
To start off, 2012 Ford Edge 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 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 61 more horse power than 2012 Ford Edge. (285 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lamborghini Jarama should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Edge. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Edge weights approximately 300 kg more than 1974 Lamborghini Jarama.
Because 1974 Lamborghini Jarama is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Lamborghini Jarama. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford Edge, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Edge. (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Lamborghini Jarama will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Edge.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lamborghini Jarama | 2012 Ford Edge | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Ford |
| Model | Jarama | Edge |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4679 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 68 L |
