1971 Lamborghini Urraco vs. 2006 Volkswagen Passat

To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 35 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 3,167 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Passat (247 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1971 Lamborghini Urraco. (217 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1971 Lamborghini Urraco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 290 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.

Because 2006 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Lamborghini Urraco. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Passat will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Volkswagen Passat (320 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Lamborghini Urraco. (210 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Lamborghini Urraco. 2006 Volkswagen Passat has automatic transmission and 1971 Lamborghini Urraco has manual transmission. 1971 Lamborghini Urraco will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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1971 Lamborghini Urraco 2006 Volkswagen Passat
Make Lamborghini Volkswagen
Model Urraco Passat
Year Released 1971 2006
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 2462 cc 3167 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 217 HP 247 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 6250 RPM
Torque 210 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 2750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1370 kg 1660 kg
Vehicle Length 4290 mm 4770 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1170 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2460 mm 2720 mm