2009 BMW 116 vs. 1974 Lamborghini Jarama
To start off, 2009 BMW 116 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 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1974 Lamborghini Jarama is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lamborghini Jarama (346 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 2009 BMW 116. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lamborghini Jarama should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lamborghini Jarama weights approximately 15 kg more than 2009 BMW 116. 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, 1974 Lamborghini Jarama (394 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 116. (150 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1974 Lamborghini Jarama will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 116 | 1974 Lamborghini Jarama | |
| Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
| Model | 116 | Jarama |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 394 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 260 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 100 L |
