1998 BMW Z3 vs. 1972 Lamborghini Jarama
To start off, 1998 BMW Z3 is newer by 26 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 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1972 Lamborghini Jarama is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Lamborghini Jarama (365 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1998 BMW Z3. (191 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Lamborghini Jarama should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW Z3 weights approximately 120 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, 1972 Lamborghini Jarama (407 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW Z3. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1972 Lamborghini Jarama will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW Z3 | 1972 Lamborghini Jarama | |
| Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
| Model | Z3 | Jarama |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 365 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2380 mm |
