1999 Audi S8 vs. 1973 Lamborghini Jarama
To start off, 1999 Audi S8 is newer by 26 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 4,170 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Lamborghini Jarama (350 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1999 Audi S8. (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Lamborghini Jarama should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi S8 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1973 Lamborghini Jarama.
Because 1999 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Lamborghini Jarama. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1973 Lamborghini Jarama (393 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi S8. (330 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1973 Lamborghini Jarama will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi S8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi S8 | 1973 Lamborghini Jarama | |
| Make | Audi | Lamborghini |
| Model | S8 | Jarama |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4170 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 260 km/hour |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 100 L |
