1975 Lamborghini Jarama vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 29 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 154 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (192 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Lamborghini Jarama should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Lamborghini Jarama weights approximately 154 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK. 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, 1975 Lamborghini Jarama (393 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (271 Nm). This means 1975 Lamborghini Jarama will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Lamborghini Jarama | 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Jarama | SLK |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 60 L |
