1965 Lamborghini 400 vs. 1955 Triumph TR2
To start off, 1965 Lamborghini 400 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Triumph TR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Triumph TR2 would be higher. At 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1965 Lamborghini 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Lamborghini 400 (320 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1955 Triumph TR2. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Lamborghini 400 should accelerate faster than 1955 Triumph TR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Lamborghini 400 weights approximately 607 kg more than 1955 Triumph TR2. 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, 1965 Lamborghini 400 (355 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Triumph TR2. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Lamborghini 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Triumph TR2.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Lamborghini 400 | 1955 Triumph TR2 | |
Make | Lamborghini | Triumph |
Model | 400 | TR2 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1955 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3929 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1472 kg | 865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2250 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 56 L |