1959 Ford 17M vs. 1974 Lamborghini Urraco
To start off, 1974 Lamborghini Urraco is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford 17M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford 17M would be higher. At 1,994 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Lamborghini Urraco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lamborghini Urraco (182 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1959 Ford 17M. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lamborghini Urraco should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford 17M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lamborghini Urraco weights approximately 135 kg more than 1959 Ford 17M. 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 (176 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford 17M. (120 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1974 Lamborghini Urraco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford 17M.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford 17M | 1974 Lamborghini Urraco | |
Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
Model | 17M | Urraco |
Year Released | 1959 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1697 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 77.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.6 mm | 53 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |