1969 Lamborghini Islero vs. 2011 Honda Accord

To start off, 2011 Honda Accord is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lamborghini Islero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lamborghini Islero would be higher. At 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1969 Lamborghini Islero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lamborghini Islero (345 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2011 Honda Accord. (190 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lamborghini Islero should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Accord weights approximately 64 kg more than 1969 Lamborghini Islero.

Because 1969 Lamborghini Islero 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 1969 Lamborghini Islero. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord, 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, 1969 Lamborghini Islero (393 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Accord. (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1969 Lamborghini Islero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Accord. 2011 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1969 Lamborghini Islero has manual transmission. 1969 Lamborghini Islero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1969 Lamborghini Islero 2011 Honda Accord
Make Lamborghini Honda
Model Islero Accord
Year Released 1969 2011
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3929 cc 2400 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 345 HP 190 HP
Engine RPM 7500 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 393 Nm 219 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual 5-speed automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1380 kg 1444 kg
Vehicle Length 4530 mm 4851 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1849 mm
Vehicle Height 1280 mm 1433 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 2741 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 70 L


 

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