1971 Lamborghini Urraco vs. 2005 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2005 Lotus Esprit is newer by 34 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 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Esprit (349 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1971 Lamborghini Urraco. (217 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1971 Lamborghini Urraco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 10 kg more than 1971 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, 2005 Lotus Esprit (400 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Lamborghini Urraco. (210 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Lamborghini Urraco.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Lamborghini Urraco | 2005 Lotus Esprit | |
Make | Lamborghini | Lotus |
Model | Urraco | Esprit |
Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 2462 cc | 3506 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 349 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 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 | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2430 mm |