1972 Lamborghini Espada vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 33 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (414 HP) has 64 more horse power than 1972 Lamborghini Espada. (350 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1972 Lamborghini Espada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1972 Lamborghini Espada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Lamborghini Espada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (560 Nm) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Lamborghini Espada. (393 Nm). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Lamborghini Espada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Lamborghini Espada | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Porsche |
| Model | Espada | 911 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3938 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 414 HP |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 305 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2360 mm |
