2009 BMW M3 vs. 1972 Lamborghini Jarama
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 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 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1972 Lamborghini Jarama. (365 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1972 Lamborghini Jarama. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M3 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1972 Lamborghini Jarama. 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, 1972 Lamborghini Jarama (407 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW M3. (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1972 Lamborghini Jarama will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M3 | 1972 Lamborghini Jarama | |
Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
Model | M3 | Jarama |
Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 3929 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 365 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 255 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2380 mm |