1985 Caterham 1700 vs. 1968 Lamborghini Espada
To start off, 1985 Caterham 1700 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Lamborghini Espada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Lamborghini Espada would be higher. At 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1968 Lamborghini Espada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Lamborghini Espada (325 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1985 Caterham 1700. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lamborghini Espada should accelerate faster than 1985 Caterham 1700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Lamborghini Espada weights approximately 937 kg more than 1985 Caterham 1700. 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, 1968 Lamborghini Espada (374 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Caterham 1700. (165 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 Lamborghini Espada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Caterham 1700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Caterham 1700 | 1968 Lamborghini Espada | |
| Make | Caterham | Lamborghini |
| Model | 1700 | Espada |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1692 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.3 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 543 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2660 mm |
