1973 Citroen DS vs. 1970 Lamborghini Urraco
To start off, 1973 Citroen DS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Lamborghini Urraco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Lamborghini Urraco would be higher. At 2,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Lamborghini Urraco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Lamborghini Urraco (217 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1973 Citroen DS. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Lamborghini Urraco should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Citroen DS weights approximately 80 kg more than 1970 Lamborghini Urraco.
Because 1970 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 1970 Lamborghini Urraco. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Citroen DS, 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.
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1973 Citroen DS | 1970 Lamborghini Urraco | |
Make | Citroen | Lamborghini |
Model | DS | Urraco |
Year Released | 1973 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2175 cc | 2462 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2460 mm |