1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 1974 Lamborghini Urraco

To start off, 1974 Lamborghini Urraco is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 2,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Lamborghini Urraco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lamborghini Urraco (218 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lamborghini Urraco should accelerate faster than 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lamborghini Urraco weights approximately 686 kg more than 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. 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 Urraco (210 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1974 Lamborghini Urraco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.

Compare all specifications:

1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa 1974 Lamborghini Urraco
Make Ferrari Lamborghini
Model 500 Testarossa Urraco
Year Released 1958 1974
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 1985 cc 2462 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 190 HP 218 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 205 Nm 210 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 5000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 684 kg 1370 kg
Vehicle Length 4320 mm 4290 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1170 mm
Wheelbase Size 2260 mm 2460 mm


 

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