2009 Dodge Viper vs. 1974 Lamborghini Jarama
To start off, 2009 Dodge Viper 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 8,285 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Viper (499 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1974 Lamborghini Jarama. (346 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1974 Lamborghini Jarama. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Viper weights approximately 62 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.
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, 2009 Dodge Viper (711 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lamborghini Jarama. (394 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lamborghini Jarama.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Viper | 1974 Lamborghini Jarama | |
| Make | Dodge | Lamborghini |
| Model | Viper | Jarama |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8285 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 499 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 711 Nm | 394 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 314 km/hour | 260 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
