1970 Lamborghini Urraco vs. 2010 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2010 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 40 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 2,461 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Lamborghini Urraco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1970 Lamborghini Urraco. (220 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1970 Lamborghini Urraco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1970 Lamborghini Urraco. 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 (225 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda RX-8. (215 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1970 Lamborghini Urraco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Lamborghini Urraco | 2010 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | Lamborghini | Mazda |
Model | Urraco | RX-8 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2461 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1341 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |