2006 Ford Mondeo vs. 1972 Lamborghini Jarama
To start off, 2006 Ford Mondeo 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 164 more horse power than 2006 Ford Mondeo. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Lamborghini Jarama should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 118 kg more than 1972 Lamborghini Jarama.
Because 1972 Lamborghini Jarama is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Lamborghini Jarama. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mondeo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1972 Lamborghini Jarama (407 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Mondeo. (281 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1972 Lamborghini Jarama will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Mondeo | 1972 Lamborghini Jarama | |
| Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
| Model | Mondeo | Jarama |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 365 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 247 km/hour | 255 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2380 mm |
