1998 BMW 728 vs. 1979 Lamborghini Urraco

To start off, 1998 BMW 728 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lamborghini Urraco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lamborghini Urraco would be higher. At 2,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Lamborghini Urraco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lamborghini Urraco (261 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1998 BMW 728. (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lamborghini Urraco should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 728. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 728 weights approximately 505 kg more than 1979 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, 1998 BMW 728 (280 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lamborghini Urraco. (275 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 728 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lamborghini Urraco.

Compare all specifications:

1998 BMW 728 1979 Lamborghini Urraco
Make BMW Lamborghini
Model 728 Urraco
Year Released 1998 1979
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 2926 cc 2996 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 190 HP 261 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 7500 RPM
Torque 280 Nm 275 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3500 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1805 kg 1300 kg
Vehicle Length 4990 mm 4270 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1120 mm
Wheelbase Size 2940 mm 2460 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 85 L 80 L


 

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