1974 Lamborghini Urraco vs. 2001 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lamborghini Urraco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lamborghini Urraco would be higher. At 4,003 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen Passat (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1974 Lamborghini Urraco. (182 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1974 Lamborghini Urraco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 415 kg more than 1974 Lamborghini Urraco. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Lamborghini Urraco. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Passat will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Volkswagen Passat (370 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lamborghini Urraco. (176 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lamborghini Urraco.
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1974 Lamborghini Urraco | 2001 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Lamborghini | Volkswagen |
Model | Urraco | Passat |
Year Released | 1974 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 4003 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.4 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 53 mm | 90.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |