1972 Lamborghini Espada vs. 1962 Reliant Sabre Six
To start off, 1972 Lamborghini Espada is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Reliant Sabre Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Reliant Sabre Six 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 242 more horse power than 1962 Reliant Sabre Six. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Lamborghini Espada should accelerate faster than 1962 Reliant Sabre Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Lamborghini Espada weights approximately 819 kg more than 1962 Reliant Sabre Six. 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 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Reliant Sabre Six. (185 Nm). This means 1972 Lamborghini Espada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Reliant Sabre Six.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Lamborghini Espada | 1962 Reliant Sabre Six | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Reliant |
| Model | Espada | Sabre Six |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3938 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2290 mm |
