1974 Lamborghini Urraco vs. 1959 Lotus Seven
To start off, 1974 Lamborghini Urraco is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Lotus Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Lotus Seven would be higher. At 1,994 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Lamborghini Urraco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lamborghini Urraco (182 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1959 Lotus Seven. (74 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lamborghini Urraco should accelerate faster than 1959 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lamborghini Urraco weights approximately 830 kg more than 1959 Lotus Seven. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lamborghini Urraco | 1959 Lotus Seven | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Lotus |
| Model | Urraco | Seven |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1350 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2240 mm |
