2000 Dodge Viper vs. 1973 Lamborghini Jarama
To start off, 2000 Dodge Viper is newer by 27 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 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Viper (376 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1973 Lamborghini Jarama. (350 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1973 Lamborghini Jarama. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Viper weights approximately 25 kg more than 1973 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, 2000 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Lamborghini Jarama. (393 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Lamborghini Jarama.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Dodge Viper | 1973 Lamborghini Jarama | |
Make | Dodge | Lamborghini |
Model | Viper | Jarama |
Year Released | 2000 | 1973 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7990 cc | 3929 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 620 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2470 mm |