1975 Lamborghini Jarama vs. 2011 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 36 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 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Aston Martin DB9 (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1975 Lamborghini Jarama. (346 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1975 Lamborghini Jarama. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 274 kg more than 1975 Lamborghini Jarama. 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, 2011 Aston Martin DB9 (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lamborghini Jarama. (393 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lamborghini Jarama.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Lamborghini Jarama | 2011 Aston Martin DB9 | |
Make | Lamborghini | Aston Martin |
Model | Jarama | DB9 |
Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3929 cc | 5900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 470 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1814 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4712 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2741 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |