2007 BMW 323 vs. 1973 Lamborghini Jarama
To start off, 2007 BMW 323 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Lamborghini Jarama. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Lamborghini Jarama would be higher. At 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1973 Lamborghini Jarama is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Lamborghini Jarama (350 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2007 BMW 323. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Lamborghini Jarama should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Lamborghini Jarama weights approximately 16 kg more than 2007 BMW 323. 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, 1973 Lamborghini Jarama (393 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 323. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Lamborghini Jarama will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 323 | 1973 Lamborghini Jarama | |
| Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
| Model | 323 | Jarama |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3929 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 226 km/hour | 260 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 100 L |
