2003 BMW 520 vs. 1974 Lamborghini Jarama

To start off, 2003 BMW 520 is newer by 29 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 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1974 Lamborghini Jarama is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lamborghini Jarama (346 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2003 BMW 520. (167 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lamborghini Jarama should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 520 weights approximately 130 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, 1974 Lamborghini Jarama (394 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 520. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Lamborghini Jarama will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 520.

Compare all specifications:

2003 BMW 520 1974 Lamborghini Jarama
Make BMW Lamborghini
Model 520 Jarama
Year Released 2003 1974
Body Type Station Wagon Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2170 cc 3929 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 167 HP 346 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 7500 RPM
Torque 210 Nm 394 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 5500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 80 mm 82 mm
Engine Stroke Size 72 mm 62 mm
Top Speed 223 km/hour 260 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1670 kg 1540 kg
Vehicle Length 4810 mm 4500 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1200 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2470 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 100 L


 

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