1972 Lamborghini Espada vs. 2000 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2000 Smart ForTwo is newer by 28 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 276 more horse power than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Lamborghini Espada should accelerate faster than 2000 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Lamborghini Espada weights approximately 815 kg more than 2000 Smart ForTwo. 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 2000 Smart ForTwo. (110 Nm). This means 1972 Lamborghini Espada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Lamborghini Espada | 2000 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Smart |
| Model | Espada | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3938 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 1820 mm |
