1985 BMW 628 vs. 1971 Lamborghini Jarama
To start off, 1985 BMW 628 is newer by 14 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 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1971 Lamborghini Jarama is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Lamborghini Jarama (346 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1985 BMW 628. (181 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Lamborghini Jarama should accelerate faster than 1985 BMW 628. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Lamborghini Jarama weights approximately 70 kg more than 1985 BMW 628. 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 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 BMW 628. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Lamborghini Jarama will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 BMW 628.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 BMW 628 | 1971 Lamborghini Jarama | |
| Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
| Model | 628 | Jarama |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
