1970 Lamborghini Urraco vs. 2001 Pontiac Firebird

To start off, 2001 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Lamborghini Urraco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Lamborghini Urraco would be higher. At 3,783 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Lamborghini Urraco (217 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2001 Pontiac Firebird. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Lamborghini Urraco should accelerate faster than 2001 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 170 kg more than 1970 Lamborghini Urraco.

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, 2001 Pontiac Firebird (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Lamborghini Urraco. (211 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2001 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Lamborghini Urraco.

Compare all specifications:

1970 Lamborghini Urraco 2001 Pontiac Firebird
Make Lamborghini Pontiac
Model Urraco Firebird
Year Released 1970 2001
Body Type Coupe Convertible
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 2462 cc 3783 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 217 HP 197 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 211 Nm 305 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 4000 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 1540 kg
Vehicle Length 4290 mm 4920 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1170 mm 1320 mm
Wheelbase Size 2460 mm 2570 mm


 

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