1979 BMW 725 vs. 1973 Lamborghini Urraco

To start off, 1979 BMW 725 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Lamborghini Urraco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Lamborghini Urraco would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 BMW 725 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Lamborghini Urraco (217 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1979 BMW 725. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Lamborghini Urraco should accelerate faster than 1979 BMW 725.

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, 1979 BMW 725 (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Lamborghini Urraco. (210 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1979 BMW 725 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Lamborghini Urraco.

Compare all specifications:

1979 BMW 725 1973 Lamborghini Urraco
Make BMW Lamborghini
Model 725 Urraco
Year Released 1979 1973
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 2495 cc 2461 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 148 HP 217 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 215 Nm 210 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 5000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4870 mm 4290 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1170 mm
Wheelbase Size 2810 mm 2460 mm


 

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