1974 Lamborghini Urraco vs. 2012 Dodge Ram

To start off, 2012 Dodge Ram is newer by 38 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Ram (390 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1974 Lamborghini Urraco. (182 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1974 Lamborghini Urraco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1168 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, 2012 Dodge Ram (551 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lamborghini Urraco. (176 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lamborghini Urraco. 2012 Dodge Ram 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. 2012 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1974 Lamborghini Urraco 2012 Dodge Ram
Make Lamborghini Dodge
Model Urraco Ram
Year Released 1974 2012
Body Type Coupe Pickup
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 1994 cc 5700 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 182 HP 390 HP
Engine RPM 7500 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 176 Nm 551 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1250 kg 2418 kg
Vehicle Length 4290 mm 5817 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 2017 mm
Vehicle Height 1120 mm 1877 mm
Wheelbase Size 2460 mm 3569 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 121 L


 

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