2005 BMW X5 vs. 1972 Lamborghini Jarama

To start off, 2005 BMW X5 is newer by 33 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Lamborghini Jarama (365 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 BMW X5. (355 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Lamborghini Jarama should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW X5 weights approximately 860 kg more than 1972 Lamborghini Jarama.

Because 2005 BMW X5 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, 2005 BMW X5 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, 2005 BMW X5 (490 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Lamborghini Jarama. (407 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Lamborghini Jarama. 2005 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 1972 Lamborghini Jarama has manual transmission. 1972 Lamborghini Jarama will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2005 BMW X5 1972 Lamborghini Jarama
Make BMW Lamborghini
Model X5 Jarama
Year Released 2005 1972
Body Type SUV Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4799 cc 3929 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 355 HP 365 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 7500 RPM
Torque 490 Nm 407 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 5500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 10.7:1
Top Speed 246 km/hour 255 km/hour
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2200 kg 1340 kg
Vehicle Length 4670 mm 4490 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1200 mm
Wheelbase Size 2940 mm 2380 mm