1971 Lamborghini Urraco vs. 2008 Lexus GS
To start off, 2008 Lexus GS is newer by 37 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 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lexus GS (246 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1971 Lamborghini Urraco. (217 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1971 Lamborghini Urraco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lexus GS weights approximately 325 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, 2008 Lexus GS (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Lamborghini Urraco. (210 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Lamborghini Urraco. 2008 Lexus GS 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. 2008 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1971 Lamborghini Urraco | 2008 Lexus GS | |
Make | Lamborghini | Lexus |
Model | Urraco | GS |
Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2462 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 246 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2860 mm |