1979 Lamborghini Urraco vs. 1973 NSU 1000
To start off, 1979 Lamborghini Urraco is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 NSU 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 NSU 1000 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 223 more horse power than 1973 NSU 1000. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lamborghini Urraco should accelerate faster than 1973 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Lamborghini Urraco weights approximately 640 kg more than 1973 NSU 1000. 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 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 NSU 1000. (70 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Lamborghini Urraco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Lamborghini Urraco | 1973 NSU 1000 | |
Make | Lamborghini | NSU |
Model | Urraco | 1000 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 275 Nm | 70 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2260 mm |