1998 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1972 Lamborghini Jarama
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette 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 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Lamborghini Jarama (365 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. (277 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Lamborghini Jarama should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 232 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, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (437 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Lamborghini Jarama. (407 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Lamborghini Jarama. 1998 Chevrolet Corvette has automatic transmission and 1972 Lamborghini Jarama has manual transmission. 1972 Lamborghini Jarama will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Chevrolet Corvette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1998 Chevrolet Corvette | 1972 Lamborghini Jarama | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lamborghini |
Model | Corvette | Jarama |
Year Released | 1998 | 1972 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5737 cc | 3929 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 277 HP | 365 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 437 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.7:1 |
Top Speed | 265 km/hour | 255 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2380 mm |