1998 AC Cobra vs. 1973 Lamborghini Jarama
To start off, 1998 AC Cobra is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Lamborghini Jarama. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Lamborghini Jarama would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 AC Cobra (365 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1973 Lamborghini Jarama. (350 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1973 Lamborghini Jarama. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Lamborghini Jarama weights approximately 514 kg more than 1998 AC Cobra.
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, 1998 AC Cobra (579 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Lamborghini Jarama. (393 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1998 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Lamborghini Jarama.
Compare all specifications:
1998 AC Cobra | 1973 Lamborghini Jarama | |
Make | AC | Lamborghini |
Model | Cobra | Jarama |
Year Released | 1998 | 1973 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3929 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 365 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 579 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 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 | 1026 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 100 L |