1975 Lamborghini Jarama vs. 1999 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1999 Mercury Tracer is newer by 24 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, 1975 Lamborghini Jarama (346 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Tracer. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Lamborghini Jarama should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Lamborghini Jarama weights approximately 400 kg more than 1999 Mercury Tracer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 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 1975 Lamborghini Jarama. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Tracer, 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, 1975 Lamborghini Jarama (393 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Tracer. (174 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1975 Lamborghini Jarama will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Lamborghini Jarama | 1999 Mercury Tracer | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mercury |
| Model | Jarama | Tracer |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2510 mm |
