2006 BMW 730 vs. 1972 Lamborghini Jarama
To start off, 2006 BMW 730 is newer by 34 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 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1972 Lamborghini Jarama is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Lamborghini Jarama (365 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2006 BMW 730. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Lamborghini Jarama should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 730 weights approximately 635 kg more than 1972 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, 2006 BMW 730 (520 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Lamborghini Jarama. (407 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Lamborghini Jarama.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 730 | 1972 Lamborghini Jarama | |
| Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
| Model | 730 | Jarama |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 365 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 238 km/hour | 255 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2380 mm |
