1968 Lamborghini Espada vs. 1981 Nissan Leopard
To start off, 1981 Nissan Leopard is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Lamborghini Espada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Lamborghini Espada would be higher. At 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1968 Lamborghini Espada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Lamborghini Espada (325 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Leopard. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lamborghini Espada should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Leopard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Lamborghini Espada weights approximately 286 kg more than 1981 Nissan Leopard. 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 Lamborghini Espada (374 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Leopard. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1968 Lamborghini Espada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Leopard. 1981 Nissan Leopard has automatic transmission and 1968 Lamborghini Espada has manual transmission. 1968 Lamborghini Espada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Nissan Leopard will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Lamborghini Espada | 1981 Nissan Leopard | |
Make | Lamborghini | Nissan |
Model | Espada | Leopard |
Year Released | 1968 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3929 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1194 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |