1979 Lamborghini Urraco vs. 2012 Mazda BT-50

To start off, 2012 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 33 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 138 more horse power than 2012 Mazda BT-50. (123 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lamborghini Urraco should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Lamborghini Urraco weights approximately 175 kg more than 2012 Mazda BT-50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2012 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Lamborghini Urraco. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mazda BT-50 will offer significantly more control. 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 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda BT-50. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Lamborghini Urraco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda BT-50.

Compare all specifications:

1979 Lamborghini Urraco 2012 Mazda BT-50
Make Lamborghini Mazda
Model Urraco BT-50
Year Released 1979 2012
Body Type Coupe Pickup
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 2996 cc 2604 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 261 HP 123 HP
Engine RPM 7500 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 275 Nm 206 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 92 mm
Engine Stroke Size 64.5 mm 98 mm
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1300 kg 1125 kg
Vehicle Height 1120 mm 1810 mm
Wheelbase Size 2460 mm 3010 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 64 L


 

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