1985 Ford Fairlane vs. 1971 Lamborghini Jarama
To start off, 1985 Ford Fairlane 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 4,089 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Lamborghini Jarama (346 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1985 Ford Fairlane. (137 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Lamborghini Jarama should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 90 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 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Fairlane. (304 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1971 Lamborghini Jarama will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Fairlane | 1971 Lamborghini Jarama | |
| Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
| Model | Fairlane | Jarama |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4089 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2470 mm |
