1972 Lamborghini Urraco vs. 1988 Lexus LS
To start off, 1988 Lexus LS is newer by 16 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 3,969 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lexus LS (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1972 Lamborghini Urraco. (217 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1972 Lamborghini Urraco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lexus LS weights approximately 441 kg more than 1972 Lamborghini Urraco. 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, 1988 Lexus LS (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Lamborghini Urraco. (210 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1988 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Lamborghini Urraco. 1988 Lexus LS 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. 1988 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Lamborghini Urraco | 1988 Lexus LS | |
Make | Lamborghini | Lexus |
Model | Urraco | LS |
Year Released | 1972 | 1988 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2462 cc | 3969 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2820 mm |