1997 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1974 Lamborghini Urraco
To start off, 1997 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 23 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lamborghini Urraco (182 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1997 Ford Thunderbird. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lamborghini Urraco should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 370 kg more than 1974 Lamborghini Urraco.
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, 1997 Ford Thunderbird (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lamborghini Urraco. (176 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lamborghini Urraco.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Thunderbird | 1974 Lamborghini Urraco | |
| Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
| Model | Thunderbird | Urraco |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 53 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
