1972 Lamborghini Espada vs. 1987 Volvo 760
To start off, 1987 Volvo 760 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 170 more horse power than 1987 Volvo 760. (180 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Lamborghini Espada should accelerate faster than 1987 Volvo 760. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Lamborghini Espada weights approximately 285 kg more than 1987 Volvo 760. 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 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Volvo 760. (258 Nm). This means 1972 Lamborghini Espada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Volvo 760.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Lamborghini Espada | 1987 Volvo 760 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Volvo |
| Model | Espada | 760 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3938 cc | 2316 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 180 HP |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2780 mm |
