1972 Lamborghini Espada vs. 2000 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2000 Toyota Soarer 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 4,292 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Lamborghini Espada (350 HP) has 74 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Soarer. (276 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Lamborghini Espada should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Soarer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 95 kg more than 1972 Lamborghini Espada.
Because 1972 Lamborghini Espada is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Lamborghini Espada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Soarer, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Toyota Soarer (431 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Lamborghini Espada. (393 Nm). This means 2000 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Lamborghini Espada. 2000 Toyota Soarer 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. 2000 Toyota Soarer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Lamborghini Espada | 2000 Toyota Soarer | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Toyota |
| Model | Espada | Soarer |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3938 cc | 4292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 276 HP |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |
