1975 Lamborghini Jarama vs. 1987 Porsche 959
To start off, 1987 Porsche 959 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Lamborghini Jarama. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Lamborghini Jarama would be higher. At 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1975 Lamborghini Jarama is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Porsche 959 (450 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1975 Lamborghini Jarama. (346 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 959 should accelerate faster than 1975 Lamborghini Jarama. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Lamborghini Jarama weights approximately 90 kg more than 1987 Porsche 959.
Because 1987 Porsche 959 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Lamborghini Jarama. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 959 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1987 Porsche 959 (500 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lamborghini Jarama. (393 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1987 Porsche 959 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lamborghini Jarama.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Lamborghini Jarama | 1987 Porsche 959 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Porsche |
| Model | Jarama | 959 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 95.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2270 mm |
