1999 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1970 Lamborghini Jarama
To start off, 1999 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Lamborghini Jarama. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Lamborghini Jarama would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Aston Martin DB7 (420 HP) has 70 more horse power than 1970 Lamborghini Jarama. (350 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1970 Lamborghini Jarama. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1970 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, 1999 Aston Martin DB7 (542 Nm) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Lamborghini Jarama. (392 Nm). This means 1999 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Lamborghini Jarama. 1999 Aston Martin DB7 has automatic transmission and 1970 Lamborghini Jarama has manual transmission. 1970 Lamborghini Jarama will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Aston Martin DB7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Aston Martin DB7 | 1970 Lamborghini Jarama | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Lamborghini |
| Model | DB7 | Jarama |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 350 HP |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 392 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 100 L |
