1972 Lamborghini Espada vs. 1987 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 1987 Toyota Cressida is newer by 15 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 221 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Cressida. (129 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Lamborghini Espada should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Cressida. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Lamborghini Espada weights approximately 425 kg more than 1987 Toyota Cressida. 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 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Cressida. (149 Nm). This means 1972 Lamborghini Espada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Cressida.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Lamborghini Espada | 1987 Toyota Cressida | |
Make | Lamborghini | Toyota |
Model | Espada | Cressida |
Year Released | 1972 | 1987 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3938 cc | 2366 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 129 HP |
Torque | 393 Nm | 149 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2670 mm |