1987 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1968 Lamborghini Espada
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 is newer by 19 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 231 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. (94 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lamborghini Espada should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Lamborghini Espada weights approximately 390 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. 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 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. (193 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1968 Lamborghini Espada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1968 Lamborghini Espada | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lamborghini |
| Model | 75 | Espada |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 93 L |
