1975 Lamborghini Jarama vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 37 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 145 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz E. (201 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Lamborghini Jarama should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 285 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. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lamborghini Jarama. (393 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lamborghini Jarama.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Lamborghini Jarama | 2012 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Lamborghini | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Jarama | E |
Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3929 cc | 2143 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 16.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 260 km/hour | 244 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1825 kg |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |