1976 Ford Taunus vs. 1975 Lamborghini Jarama
To start off, 1976 Ford Taunus is newer by 1 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 257 more horse power than 1976 Ford Taunus. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Lamborghini Jarama should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Lamborghini Jarama weights approximately 425 kg more than 1976 Ford Taunus. 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 @ 5500 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Taunus. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Lamborghini Jarama will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Taunus | 1975 Lamborghini Jarama | |
| Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
| Model | Taunus | Jarama |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2470 mm |
