2003 Bugatti Veyron vs. 1972 Lamborghini Jarama
To start off, 2003 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Lamborghini Jarama. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Lamborghini Jarama would be higher. At 6,255 cc (16 cylinders), 2003 Bugatti Veyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Bugatti Veyron (547 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1972 Lamborghini Jarama. (365 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1972 Lamborghini Jarama.
Because 2003 Bugatti Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Lamborghini Jarama. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Bugatti Veyron 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, 2003 Bugatti Veyron (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Lamborghini Jarama. (407 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2003 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Lamborghini Jarama.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Bugatti Veyron | 1972 Lamborghini Jarama | |
| Make | Bugatti | Lamborghini |
| Model | Veyron | Jarama |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 365 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2380 mm |
