2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept vs. 1975 Lamborghini Jarama
To start off, 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Lamborghini Jarama. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Lamborghini Jarama would be higher. At 6,392 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept (605 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1975 Lamborghini Jarama. (346 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept should accelerate faster than 1975 Lamborghini Jarama. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept weights approximately 229 kg more than 1975 Lamborghini Jarama. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept (679 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lamborghini Jarama. (393 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lamborghini Jarama.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept | 1975 Lamborghini Jarama | |
| Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
| Model | Shelby GR-1 Concept | Jarama |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6392 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 605 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 679 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 100 L |
