1987 Lamborghini Portofino vs. 2009 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2009 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lamborghini Portofino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lamborghini Portofino 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 84 more horse power than 2009 Mazda BT-50. (141 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lamborghini Portofino should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 396 kg more than 1987 Lamborghini Portofino.
Because 2009 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Lamborghini Portofino. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Mazda BT-50 (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lamborghini Portofino. (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lamborghini Portofino.
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1987 Lamborghini Portofino | 2009 Mazda BT-50 | |
Make | Lamborghini | Mazda |
Model | Portofino | BT-50 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3485 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1866 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 70 L |