1967 Lamborghini Marzal vs. 1997 Volkswagen Golf

To start off, 1997 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Lamborghini Marzal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Lamborghini Marzal would be higher. At 1,964 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Lamborghini Marzal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Lamborghini Marzal (175 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1997 Volkswagen Golf. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Lamborghini Marzal should accelerate faster than 1997 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Lamborghini Marzal weights approximately 50 kg more than 1997 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1967 Lamborghini Marzal is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Lamborghini Marzal. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen Golf, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1967 Lamborghini Marzal (179 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volkswagen Golf. (155 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1967 Lamborghini Marzal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volkswagen Golf.

Compare all specifications:

1967 Lamborghini Marzal 1997 Volkswagen Golf
Make Lamborghini Volkswagen
Model Marzal Golf
Year Released 1967 1997
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 1964 cc 1597 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 175 HP 115 HP
Engine RPM 6800 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 179 Nm 155 Nm
Torque RPM 4600 RPM 3800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 62 mm 77.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.2:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1210 kg 1160 kg
Vehicle Length 4530 mm 4160 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1110 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2470 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 55 L


 

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