1998 Ferrari 456M vs. 1972 Lamborghini Jarama
To start off, 1998 Ferrari 456M 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 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari 456M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari 456M (435 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1972 Lamborghini Jarama. (350 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 1972 Lamborghini Jarama. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari 456M weights approximately 150 kg more than 1972 Lamborghini Jarama. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Ferrari 456M (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Lamborghini Jarama. (393 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1998 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Lamborghini Jarama.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari 456M | 1972 Lamborghini Jarama | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lamborghini |
| Model | 456M | Jarama |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 100 L |
