1973 Lamborghini Urraco vs. 2009 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Lamborghini Urraco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Lamborghini Urraco would be higher. At 2,461 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Lamborghini Urraco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Lamborghini Urraco (217 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen T5. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Lamborghini Urraco should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 900 kg more than 1973 Lamborghini Urraco.
Because 1973 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 1973 Lamborghini Urraco. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen T5, 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, 2009 Volkswagen T5 (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Lamborghini Urraco. (210 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Lamborghini Urraco.
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1973 Lamborghini Urraco | 2009 Volkswagen T5 | |
Make | Lamborghini | Volkswagen |
Model | Urraco | T5 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2461 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 2270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3010 mm |