1979 Lamborghini Urraco vs. 2006 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 27 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 161 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lamborghini Urraco should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 18 kg more than 1979 Lamborghini Urraco.
Because 1979 Lamborghini Urraco is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Lamborghini Urraco. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Polo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. (140 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1979 Lamborghini Urraco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lamborghini Urraco | 2006 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Volkswagen |
| Model | Urraco | Polo |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 255 km/hour | 184 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
