1999 BMW 540 vs. 1973 Lamborghini Jarama
To start off, 1999 BMW 540 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW 540 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Lamborghini Jarama (350 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1999 BMW 540. (282 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Lamborghini Jarama should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 540. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 540 weights approximately 231 kg more than 1973 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, 1999 BMW 540 (439 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Lamborghini Jarama. (393 Nm). This means 1999 BMW 540 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Lamborghini Jarama.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 540 | 1973 Lamborghini Jarama | |
Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
Model | 540 | Jarama |
Year Released | 1999 | 1973 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3929 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 439 Nm | 393 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1771 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2470 mm |