1972 Lamborghini Espada vs. 1985 Pontiac Fiero
To start off, 1985 Pontiac Fiero is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Lamborghini Espada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Lamborghini Espada 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 210 more horse power than 1985 Pontiac Fiero. (140 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Lamborghini Espada should accelerate faster than 1985 Pontiac Fiero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Lamborghini Espada weights approximately 369 kg more than 1985 Pontiac Fiero. 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 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Pontiac Fiero. (220 Nm). This means 1972 Lamborghini Espada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Pontiac Fiero. 1985 Pontiac Fiero has automatic transmission and 1972 Lamborghini Espada has manual transmission. 1972 Lamborghini Espada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Pontiac Fiero will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Lamborghini Espada | 1985 Pontiac Fiero | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Pontiac |
| Model | Espada | Fiero |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3938 cc | 2827 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 140 HP |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2380 mm |
