1974 Lamborghini Urraco vs. 2002 Porsche Boxster

To start off, 2002 Porsche Boxster is newer by 28 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 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche Boxster (224 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1974 Lamborghini Urraco. (182 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1974 Lamborghini Urraco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 80 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.

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, 2002 Porsche Boxster (260 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lamborghini Urraco. (176 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lamborghini Urraco. 2002 Porsche Boxster has automatic transmission and 1974 Lamborghini Urraco has manual transmission. 1974 Lamborghini Urraco will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Porsche Boxster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1974 Lamborghini Urraco 2002 Porsche Boxster
Make Lamborghini Porsche
Model Urraco Boxster
Year Released 1974 2002
Body Type Coupe Convertible
Engine Position Middle Middle
Engine Size 1994 cc 2687 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Horse Power 182 HP 224 HP
Engine RPM 7500 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 176 Nm 260 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 4700 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.8:1 11.0:1
Top Speed 205 km/hour 243 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1250 kg 1330 kg
Vehicle Length 4290 mm 4330 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1120 mm 1300 mm
Wheelbase Size 2460 mm 2420 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 64 L


 

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