1968 Lamborghini 400 vs. 1973 NSU Ro 80
To start off, 1973 NSU Ro 80 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Lamborghini 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Lamborghini 400 would be higher. At 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1968 Lamborghini 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Lamborghini 400 (317 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1973 NSU Ro 80. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lamborghini 400 should accelerate faster than 1973 NSU Ro 80.
Because 1968 Lamborghini 400 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 1968 Lamborghini 400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 NSU Ro 80, 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, 1968 Lamborghini 400 (373 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 NSU Ro 80. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 Lamborghini 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 NSU Ro 80. 1973 NSU Ro 80 has automatic transmission and 1968 Lamborghini 400 has manual transmission. 1968 Lamborghini 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 NSU Ro 80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Lamborghini 400 | 1973 NSU Ro 80 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | NSU |
| Model | 400 | Ro 80 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 2390 cc |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 37 L |
