1981 BMW 725 vs. 1975 Lamborghini Jarama
To start off, 1981 BMW 725 is newer by 6 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 198 more horse power than 1981 BMW 725. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Lamborghini Jarama should accelerate faster than 1981 BMW 725.
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 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 BMW 725. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Lamborghini Jarama will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 BMW 725.
Compare all specifications:
1981 BMW 725 | 1975 Lamborghini Jarama | |
Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
Model | 725 | Jarama |
Year Released | 1981 | 1975 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2493 cc | 3929 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 346 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.6 mm | 62 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2470 mm |