1972 Lamborghini Espada vs. 1966 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 1972 Lamborghini Espada is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Volkswagen 1600 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 297 more horse power than 1966 Volkswagen 1600. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Lamborghini Espada should accelerate faster than 1966 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Lamborghini Espada weights approximately 660 kg more than 1966 Volkswagen 1600. 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 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Volkswagen 1600. (110 Nm). This means 1972 Lamborghini Espada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Lamborghini Espada | 1966 Volkswagen 1600 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Volkswagen |
| Model | Espada | 1600 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3938 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2480 mm |
