1972 AMC Matador vs. 1975 Lamborghini Urraco
To start off, 1975 Lamborghini Urraco is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 AMC Matador. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 AMC Matador would be higher. At 4,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Lamborghini Urraco (182 HP) has 32 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (150 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Lamborghini Urraco should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 605 kg more than 1975 Lamborghini Urraco.
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, 1972 AMC Matador (332 Nm) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lamborghini Urraco. (176 Nm). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lamborghini Urraco. 1972 AMC Matador has automatic transmission and 1975 Lamborghini Urraco has manual transmission. 1975 Lamborghini Urraco will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 AMC Matador will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 1975 Lamborghini Urraco | |
| Make | AMC | Lamborghini |
| Model | Matador | Urraco |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4982 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 182 HP |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 77.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 53.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2460 mm |
