1972 AMC Matador vs. 1976 Lamborghini Urraco
To start off, 1976 Lamborghini Urraco is newer by 4 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 6,571 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Lamborghini Urraco (260 HP) has 5 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (255 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1976 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 434 kg more than 1976 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 (468 Nm) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Lamborghini Urraco. (273 Nm). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Lamborghini Urraco. 1972 AMC Matador has automatic transmission and 1976 Lamborghini Urraco has manual transmission. 1976 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 | 1976 Lamborghini Urraco | |
| Make | AMC | Lamborghini |
| Model | Matador | Urraco |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 260 HP |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.6 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.4 mm | 64.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 1300 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 93 L |
