1972 Ford Torino vs. 1979 Lamborghini Urraco
To start off, 1979 Lamborghini Urraco is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Torino would be higher. At 4,096 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lamborghini Urraco (261 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1972 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lamborghini Urraco should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Torino weights approximately 309 kg more than 1979 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, 1979 Lamborghini Urraco (275 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Torino. (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1979 Lamborghini Urraco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Torino.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Torino | 1979 Lamborghini Urraco | |
Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
Model | Torino | Urraco |
Year Released | 1972 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4096 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 275 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 64.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1609 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 80 L |