1997 Chevrolet Express vs. 1975 Lamborghini Jarama

To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Express is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Lamborghini Jarama. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Lamborghini Jarama would be higher. At 4,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Lamborghini Jarama (346 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Express. (217 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Lamborghini Jarama should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 824 kg more than 1975 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, 1975 Lamborghini Jarama (393 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Express. (379 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1975 Lamborghini Jarama will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Express.

Compare all specifications:

1997 Chevrolet Express 1975 Lamborghini Jarama
Make Chevrolet Lamborghini
Model Express Jarama
Year Released 1997 1975
Body Type Van Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4997 cc 3929 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 217 HP 346 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 7500 RPM
Torque 379 Nm 393 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 5500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 2364 kg 1540 kg
Vehicle Length 5560 mm 4500 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 2030 mm 1200 mm
Wheelbase Size 3440 mm 2470 mm


 

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