1970 Lamborghini Urraco vs. 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
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 Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia 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 183 more horse power than 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (34 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Lamborghini Urraco should accelerate faster than 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Lamborghini Urraco weights approximately 550 kg more than 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. 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, 1970 Lamborghini Urraco (211 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1970 Lamborghini Urraco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Lamborghini Urraco | 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
Make | Lamborghini | Volkswagen |
Model | Urraco | Karmann-Ghia |
Year Released | 1970 | 1962 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 2462 cc | 1192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 211 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2430 mm |