2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 vs. 1970 Lamborghini Jarama
To start off, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Lamborghini Jarama. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Lamborghini Jarama would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 (500 HP) has 150 more horse power than 1970 Lamborghini Jarama. (350 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 should accelerate faster than 1970 Lamborghini Jarama. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Lamborghini Jarama weights approximately 663 kg more than 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500.
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 Ford Shelby GT 500 (651 Nm) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Lamborghini Jarama. (392 Nm). This means 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Lamborghini Jarama.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 | 1970 Lamborghini Jarama | |
| Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
| Model | Shelby GT 500 | Jarama |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 350 HP |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 392 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 100 L |
