1972 Lamborghini Espada vs. 1955 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 1972 Lamborghini Espada is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Volkswagen Beetle would be higher. 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 312 more horse power than 1955 Volkswagen Beetle. (38 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Lamborghini Espada should accelerate faster than 1955 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Lamborghini Espada weights approximately 895 kg more than 1955 Volkswagen Beetle. 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 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Volkswagen Beetle. (89 Nm). This means 1972 Lamborghini Espada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Lamborghini Espada | 1955 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Volkswagen |
| Model | Espada | Beetle |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1955 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3938 cc | 1192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 38 HP |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 64 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
