1977 Buick Regal vs. 1971 Lamborghini Jarama
To start off, 1977 Buick Regal is newer by 6 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 4,932 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Lamborghini Jarama (346 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1977 Buick Regal. (143 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Lamborghini Jarama should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Lamborghini Jarama weights approximately 70 kg more than 1977 Buick Regal. 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, 1971 Lamborghini Jarama (393 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Buick Regal. (334 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1971 Lamborghini Jarama will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Buick Regal | 1971 Lamborghini Jarama | |
| Make | Buick | Lamborghini |
| Model | Regal | Jarama |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4932 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2470 mm |
