1973 Ford Capri vs. 1970 Lamborghini Urraco

To start off, 1973 Ford Capri 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Lamborghini Urraco (220 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1973 Ford Capri. (104 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Lamborghini Urraco should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Lamborghini Urraco weights approximately 38 kg more than 1973 Ford Capri. 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, 1970 Lamborghini Urraco (225 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ford Capri. (190 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1970 Lamborghini Urraco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ford Capri.

Compare all specifications:

1973 Ford Capri 1970 Lamborghini Urraco
Make Ford Lamborghini
Model Capri Urraco
Year Released 1973 1970
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 2792 cc 2461 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 104 HP 220 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 7500 RPM
Torque 190 Nm 225 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 5600 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1062 kg 1100 kg
Vehicle Length 4270 mm 4260 mm
Vehicle Width 1660 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1340 mm 1120 mm
Wheelbase Size 2570 mm 2460 mm


 

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