2009 Audi A8 vs. 1974 Lamborghini Jarama
To start off, 2009 Audi A8 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lamborghini Jarama. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lamborghini Jarama would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A8 (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1974 Lamborghini Jarama. (346 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1974 Lamborghini Jarama. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A8 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1974 Lamborghini Jarama. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Lamborghini Jarama. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Audi A8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lamborghini Jarama. (394 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lamborghini Jarama.
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2009 Audi A8 | 1974 Lamborghini Jarama | |
Make | Audi | Lamborghini |
Model | A8 | Jarama |
Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 3929 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 346 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 394 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 62 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 260 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 100 L |