1971 Lamborghini Urraco vs. 2001 Volkswagen W12
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen W12 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Lamborghini Urraco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Lamborghini Urraco would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen W12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen W12 (590 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 373 more horse power than 1971 Lamborghini Urraco. (217 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen W12 should accelerate faster than 1971 Lamborghini Urraco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Lamborghini Urraco weights approximately 170 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen W12.
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 Volkswagen W12 (620 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Lamborghini Urraco. (210 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen W12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Lamborghini Urraco.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Lamborghini Urraco | 2001 Volkswagen W12 | |
Make | Lamborghini | Volkswagen |
Model | Urraco | W12 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 2462 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 590 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2520 mm |