1992 BMW 332 vs. 1972 Lamborghini Jarama
To start off, 1992 BMW 332 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Lamborghini Jarama. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Lamborghini Jarama would be higher. At 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1972 Lamborghini Jarama is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Lamborghini Jarama (350 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1992 BMW 332. (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Lamborghini Jarama should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 332. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Lamborghini Jarama weights approximately 140 kg more than 1992 BMW 332. 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, 1972 Lamborghini Jarama (393 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 332. (350 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1972 Lamborghini Jarama will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 332.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 332 | 1972 Lamborghini Jarama | |
| Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
| Model | 332 | Jarama |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3152 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |
