1996 Honda Accord vs. 1971 Lamborghini Jarama
To start off, 1996 Honda Accord is newer by 25 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 212 more horse power than 1996 Honda Accord. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Lamborghini Jarama should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Lamborghini Jarama weights approximately 175 kg more than 1996 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Lamborghini Jarama is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Lamborghini Jarama. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Accord. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1971 Lamborghini Jarama will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Accord | 1971 Lamborghini Jarama | |
| Make | Honda | Lamborghini |
| Model | Accord | Jarama |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1200 mm |
