1974 Lamborghini Urraco vs. 1970 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1974 Lamborghini Urraco is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 2,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Lamborghini Urraco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lamborghini Urraco (218 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1970 Opel Rekord. (66 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lamborghini Urraco should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lamborghini Urraco weights approximately 305 kg more than 1970 Opel Rekord. 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, 1974 Lamborghini Urraco (210 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Rekord. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1974 Lamborghini Urraco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Lamborghini Urraco | 1970 Opel Rekord | |
Make | Lamborghini | Opel |
Model | Urraco | Rekord |
Year Released | 1974 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2462 cc | 1698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 218 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2680 mm |