2003 Dodge Viper vs. 1970 Lamborghini Jarama
To start off, 2003 Dodge Viper is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Lamborghini Jarama. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Lamborghini Jarama would be higher. At 8,195 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Viper (500 HP) has 150 more horse power than 1970 Lamborghini Jarama. (350 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1970 Lamborghini Jarama. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Lamborghini Jarama weights approximately 112 kg more than 2003 Dodge Viper.
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, 2003 Dodge Viper (712 Nm) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Lamborghini Jarama. (392 Nm). This means 2003 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Lamborghini Jarama.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Viper | 1970 Lamborghini Jarama | |
| Make | Dodge | Lamborghini |
| Model | Viper | Jarama |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8195 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 350 HP |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 392 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
