1987 Lamborghini Portofino vs. 1970 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1987 Lamborghini Portofino is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 3,485 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Lamborghini Portofino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lamborghini Portofino (225 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Laurel. (93 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lamborghini Portofino should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lamborghini Portofino weights approximately 445 kg more than 1970 Nissan Laurel. 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 Lamborghini Portofino (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Laurel. (162 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1987 Lamborghini Portofino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Lamborghini Portofino | 1970 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | Lamborghini | Nissan |
Model | Portofino | Laurel |
Year Released | 1987 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3485 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2630 mm |