2008 BMW M6 vs. 1970 Lamborghini Jarama

To start off, 2008 BMW M6 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Lamborghini Jarama. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Lamborghini Jarama would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M6 (500 HP) has 150 more horse power than 1970 Lamborghini Jarama. (350 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1970 Lamborghini Jarama. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Lamborghini Jarama weights approximately 355 kg more than 2008 BMW M6.

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, 2008 BMW M6 (520 Nm) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Lamborghini Jarama. (392 Nm). This means 2008 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Lamborghini Jarama.

Compare all specifications:

2008 BMW M6 1970 Lamborghini Jarama
Make BMW Lamborghini
Model M6 Jarama
Year Released 2008 1970
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4999 cc 3929 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 500 HP 350 HP
Torque 520 Nm 392 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1280 kg 1635 kg
Vehicle Length 4880 mm 4490 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1200 mm
Wheelbase Size 2790 mm 2380 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 100 L


 

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