1972 Lamborghini Urraco vs. 1979 Subaru DL
To start off, 1979 Subaru DL is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Lamborghini Urraco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Lamborghini Urraco would be higher. At 2,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Lamborghini Urraco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Lamborghini Urraco (217 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1979 Subaru DL. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Lamborghini Urraco should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru DL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Lamborghini Urraco weights approximately 434 kg more than 1979 Subaru DL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Lamborghini Urraco 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 Urraco. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Subaru DL, 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, 1972 Lamborghini Urraco (210 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru DL. (114 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1972 Lamborghini Urraco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru DL. 1979 Subaru DL has automatic transmission and 1972 Lamborghini Urraco has manual transmission. 1972 Lamborghini Urraco will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Subaru DL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1972 Lamborghini Urraco | 1979 Subaru DL | |
Make | Lamborghini | Subaru |
Model | Urraco | DL |
Year Released | 1972 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2462 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2470 mm |