1972 Ford Maverick vs. 1972 Lamborghini Espada

To start off, both 1972 Ford Maverick and 1972 Lamborghini Espada were released in the same year (1972). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,938 cc (12 cylinders), 1972 Lamborghini Espada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Lamborghini Espada (350 HP) has 269 more horse power than 1972 Ford Maverick. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Lamborghini Espada should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Lamborghini Espada weights approximately 375 kg more than 1972 Ford Maverick. 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, 1972 Lamborghini Espada (393 Nm) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Maverick. (175 Nm). This means 1972 Lamborghini Espada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Maverick.

Compare all specifications:

1972 Ford Maverick 1972 Lamborghini Espada
Make Ford Lamborghini
Model Maverick Espada
Year Released 1972 1972
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2782 cc 3938 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 81 HP 350 HP
Torque 175 Nm 393 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 1260 kg 1635 kg
Vehicle Length 4840 mm 4740 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1190 mm
Wheelbase Size 2800 mm 2660 mm


 

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