1997 Holden Commodore vs. 1972 Lamborghini Jarama
To start off, 1997 Holden Commodore is newer by 25 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 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Lamborghini Jarama (350 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1997 Holden Commodore. (225 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Lamborghini Jarama should accelerate faster than 1997 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Holden Commodore weights approximately 10 kg more than 1972 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, 1997 Holden Commodore (395 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Lamborghini Jarama. (393 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1997 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Lamborghini Jarama.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Holden Commodore | 1972 Lamborghini Jarama | |
Make | Holden | Lamborghini |
Model | Commodore | Jarama |
Year Released | 1997 | 1972 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4987 cc | 3929 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 395 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2470 mm |