1975 Lamborghini Urraco vs. 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Lamborghini Urraco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Lamborghini Urraco would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP) has 238 more horse power than 1975 Lamborghini Urraco. (182 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1975 Lamborghini Urraco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 610 kg more than 1975 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 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (469 Nm) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lamborghini Urraco. (176 Nm). This means 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lamborghini Urraco.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Lamborghini Urraco | 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
Make | Lamborghini | Aston Martin |
Model | Urraco | V8 Vantage |
Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1992 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 420 HP |
Torque | 176 Nm | 469 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4382 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1867 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2601 mm |