1976 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1971 Lamborghini Jarama
To start off, 1976 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Lamborghini Jarama. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Lamborghini Jarama would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Lamborghini Jarama (346 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1976 Ford Thunderbird. (135 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Lamborghini Jarama should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 80 kg more than 1971 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, 1971 Lamborghini Jarama (393 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Thunderbird. (317 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1971 Lamborghini Jarama will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Thunderbird | 1971 Lamborghini Jarama | |
| Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
| Model | Thunderbird | Jarama |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 317 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2470 mm |
