1974 Lamborghini Bravo vs. 2005 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2005 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lamborghini Bravo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lamborghini Bravo would be higher. At 2,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Lamborghini Bravo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lamborghini Bravo (297 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2005 Renault Vel Satis. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lamborghini Bravo should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Vel Satis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 760 kg more than 1974 Lamborghini Bravo.
Because 1974 Lamborghini Bravo 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 1974 Lamborghini Bravo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Renault Vel Satis, 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, 2005 Renault Vel Satis (330 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lamborghini Bravo. (327 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lamborghini Bravo.
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1974 Lamborghini Bravo | 2005 Renault Vel Satis | |
Make | Lamborghini | Renault |
Model | Bravo | Vel Satis |
Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2187 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 327 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64.5 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 274 km/hour | 194 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 80 L |