1979 Lamborghini Urraco vs. 1987 Maserati 228
To start off, 1987 Maserati 228 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lamborghini Urraco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lamborghini Urraco 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 9 more horse power than 1987 Maserati 228. (252 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lamborghini Urraco should accelerate faster than 1987 Maserati 228. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Lamborghini Urraco weights approximately 35 kg more than 1987 Maserati 228. 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, 1987 Maserati 228 (365 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lamborghini Urraco. (275 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Maserati 228 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lamborghini Urraco.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lamborghini Urraco | 1987 Maserati 228 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Maserati |
| Model | Urraco | 228 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2610 mm |
