1963 BMW 502 vs. 1979 Lamborghini Urraco
To start off, 1979 Lamborghini Urraco is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 BMW 502. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 BMW 502 would be higher. At 3,168 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 BMW 502 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lamborghini Urraco (261 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1963 BMW 502. (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lamborghini Urraco should accelerate faster than 1963 BMW 502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 BMW 502 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1979 Lamborghini Urraco.
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, 1979 Lamborghini Urraco (275 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 BMW 502. (240 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1979 Lamborghini Urraco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 BMW 502.
Compare all specifications:
1963 BMW 502 | 1979 Lamborghini Urraco | |
Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
Model | 502 | Urraco |
Year Released | 1963 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 275 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 64.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 80 L |