1968 AMC AMX vs. 1976 Lamborghini Urraco
To start off, 1976 Lamborghini Urraco is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 AMC AMX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 AMC AMX would be higher. At 6,386 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 AMC AMX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 AMC AMX (315 HP) has 55 more horse power than 1976 Lamborghini Urraco. (260 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 AMC AMX should accelerate faster than 1976 Lamborghini Urraco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 AMC AMX weights approximately 77 kg more than 1976 Lamborghini Urraco. 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, 1968 AMC AMX (576 Nm) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Lamborghini Urraco. (273 Nm). This means 1968 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Lamborghini Urraco. 1968 AMC AMX has automatic transmission and 1976 Lamborghini Urraco has manual transmission. 1976 Lamborghini Urraco will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 AMC AMX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 AMC AMX | 1976 Lamborghini Urraco | |
| Make | AMC | Lamborghini |
| Model | AMX | Urraco |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6386 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 260 HP |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.8 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.8 mm | 64.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 259 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 1300 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2550 mm |
