1975 Lamborghini Jarama vs. 1942 Packard 12
To start off, 1975 Lamborghini Jarama is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Packard 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Packard 12 would be higher. At 7,755 cc (12 cylinders), 1942 Packard 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Lamborghini Jarama (346 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1942 Packard 12. (173 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Lamborghini Jarama should accelerate faster than 1942 Packard 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Packard 12 weights approximately 880 kg more than 1975 Lamborghini Jarama.
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.
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1975 Lamborghini Jarama | 1942 Packard 12 | |
Make | Lamborghini | Packard |
Model | Jarama | 12 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1942 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3929 cc | 7755 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3440 mm |