1995 Chrysler Viper vs. 1971 Lamborghini Jarama
To start off, 1995 Chrysler Viper is newer by 24 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 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1995 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1971 Lamborghini Jarama. (346 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1971 Lamborghini Jarama. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 50 kg more than 1971 Lamborghini Jarama. 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, 1995 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Lamborghini Jarama. (393 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1995 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Lamborghini Jarama.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chrysler Viper | 1971 Lamborghini Jarama | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lamborghini |
| Model | Viper | Jarama |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2470 mm |
