2009 BMW 740 vs. 1972 Lamborghini Jarama
To start off, 2009 BMW 740 is newer by 37 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 3,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Lamborghini Jarama (365 HP) has 63 more horse power than 2009 BMW 740. (302 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Lamborghini Jarama should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 740 weights approximately 605 kg more than 1972 Lamborghini Jarama.
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, 1972 Lamborghini Jarama (407 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 740. (390 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Lamborghini Jarama will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 740. 2009 BMW 740 has automatic transmission and 1972 Lamborghini Jarama has manual transmission. 1972 Lamborghini Jarama will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 740 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 740 | 1972 Lamborghini Jarama | |
| Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
| Model | 740 | Jarama |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3998 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 365 HP |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 255 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2380 mm |
