1972 Lamborghini Urraco vs. 2006 Lexus IS
To start off, 2006 Lexus IS is newer by 34 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Lamborghini Urraco (217 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2006 Lexus IS. (211 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Lamborghini Urraco should accelerate faster than 2006 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus IS weights approximately 241 kg more than 1972 Lamborghini Urraco.
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, 2006 Lexus IS (289 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Lamborghini Urraco. (210 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Lamborghini Urraco. 2006 Lexus IS 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. 2006 Lexus IS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Lamborghini Urraco | 2006 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Lexus |
| Model | Urraco | IS |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2462 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2680 mm |
