1972 Lamborghini Urraco vs. 2011 Volvo V50
To start off, 2011 Volvo V50 is newer by 39 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo V50 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1972 Lamborghini Urraco. (217 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1972 Lamborghini Urraco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo V50 weights approximately 224 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.
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, 2011 Volvo V50, 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, 2011 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Lamborghini Urraco. (210 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Lamborghini Urraco. 2011 Volvo V50 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. 2011 Volvo V50 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1972 Lamborghini Urraco | 2011 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Lamborghini | Volvo |
Model | Urraco | V50 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2462 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1598 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4521 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1499 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2639 mm |