1974 Lamborghini Urraco vs. 2007 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 33 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 1,994 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Lamborghini Urraco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1974 Lamborghini Urraco. (182 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1974 Lamborghini Urraco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 195 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 1974 Lamborghini Urraco 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 Urraco. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Passat, 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, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lamborghini Urraco. (176 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Lamborghini | Volkswagen |
Model | Urraco | Passat |
Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |