2002 Cadillac XLR vs. 1974 Lamborghini Jarama
To start off, 2002 Cadillac XLR is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lamborghini Jarama. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lamborghini Jarama would be higher. At 4,570 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lamborghini Jarama (346 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2002 Cadillac XLR. (316 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lamborghini Jarama should accelerate faster than 2002 Cadillac XLR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 114 kg more than 1974 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, 2002 Cadillac XLR (407 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lamborghini Jarama. (394 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2002 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lamborghini Jarama.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac XLR | 1974 Lamborghini Jarama | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lamborghini |
| Model | XLR | Jarama |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4570 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 394 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 62 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 260 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 100 L |
