1979 Lamborghini Urraco vs. 1963 Rover 2000
To start off, 1979 Lamborghini Urraco is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Lamborghini Urraco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lamborghini Urraco (261 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1963 Rover 2000. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lamborghini Urraco should accelerate faster than 1963 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Lamborghini Urraco weights approximately 88 kg more than 1963 Rover 2000. 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, 1979 Lamborghini Urraco (275 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Rover 2000. (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1979 Lamborghini Urraco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Rover 2000.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Lamborghini Urraco | 1963 Rover 2000 | |
Make | Lamborghini | Rover |
Model | Urraco | 2000 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1978 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 275 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64.5 mm | 85.7 mm |
Top Speed | 255 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1212 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 54 L |