1970 Lamborghini Urraco vs. 1962 Volkswagen 1500
To start off, 1970 Lamborghini Urraco is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Volkswagen 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Volkswagen 1500 would be higher. At 2,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Lamborghini Urraco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Lamborghini Urraco (217 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1962 Volkswagen 1500. (52 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Lamborghini Urraco should accelerate faster than 1962 Volkswagen 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Lamborghini Urraco weights approximately 510 kg more than 1962 Volkswagen 1500. 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.
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1970 Lamborghini Urraco | 1962 Volkswagen 1500 | |
Make | Lamborghini | Volkswagen |
Model | Urraco | 1500 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 2462 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |