1978 Ferrari 308 vs. 1971 Lamborghini Urraco

To start off, 1978 Ferrari 308 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Lamborghini Urraco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Lamborghini Urraco would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ferrari 308 (255 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1971 Lamborghini Urraco. (217 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1971 Lamborghini Urraco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Lamborghini Urraco weights approximately 5 kg more than 1978 Ferrari 308.

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, 1978 Ferrari 308 (283 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Lamborghini Urraco. (210 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1978 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Lamborghini Urraco.

Compare all specifications:

1978 Ferrari 308 1971 Lamborghini Urraco
Make Ferrari Lamborghini
Model 308 Urraco
Year Released 1978 1971
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Middle Middle
Engine Size 2927 cc 2462 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 255 HP 217 HP
Engine RPM 7700 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 283 Nm 210 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 5000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1365 kg 1370 kg
Vehicle Length 4310 mm 4290 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1220 mm 1170 mm
Wheelbase Size 2560 mm 2460 mm


 

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