1968 Lamborghini Espada vs. 2003 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2003 Peugeot 407 is newer by 35 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 191 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot 407. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lamborghini Espada should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 116 kg more than 1968 Lamborghini Espada.
Because 1968 Lamborghini Espada 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 Espada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot 407, 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 Espada (374 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 407. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Lamborghini Espada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 407. 2003 Peugeot 407 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. 2003 Peugeot 407 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1968 Lamborghini Espada | 2003 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | Lamborghini | Peugeot |
Model | Espada | 407 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3929 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 88 mm |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1596 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 45 L |