1968 Lamborghini Espada vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 37 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 5 more horse power than 2005 Porsche 911. (320 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lamborghini Espada should accelerate faster than 2005 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Lamborghini Espada weights approximately 10 kg more than 2005 Porsche 911. 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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Porsche 911. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1968 Lamborghini Espada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Lamborghini Espada | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Lamborghini | Porsche |
Model | Espada | 911 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3929 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 64 L |