1996 BMW 730 vs. 1974 Lamborghini Urraco

To start off, 1996 BMW 730 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lamborghini Urraco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lamborghini Urraco would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 730 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1974 Lamborghini Urraco. (182 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1974 Lamborghini Urraco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 730 weights approximately 496 kg more than 1974 Lamborghini Urraco. 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, 1996 BMW 730 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lamborghini Urraco. (176 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lamborghini Urraco.

Compare all specifications:

1996 BMW 730 1974 Lamborghini Urraco
Make BMW Lamborghini
Model 730 Urraco
Year Released 1996 1974
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 2793 cc 1994 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 190 HP 182 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 7500 RPM
Torque 280 Nm 176 Nm
Torque RPM 3950 RPM 3800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 77.4 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 53 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.2:1 9.8:1
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1746 kg 1250 kg
Vehicle Length 5130 mm 4290 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1120 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2460 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 80 L


 

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