1998 Jensen SV-8 vs. 1975 Lamborghini Urraco
To start off, 1998 Jensen SV-8 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Lamborghini Urraco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Lamborghini Urraco would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jensen SV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jensen SV-8 (321 HP) has 139 more horse power than 1975 Lamborghini Urraco. (182 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 1975 Lamborghini Urraco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jensen SV-8 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1975 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, 1998 Jensen SV-8 (440 Nm) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lamborghini Urraco. (176 Nm). This means 1998 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lamborghini Urraco.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Jensen SV-8 | 1975 Lamborghini Urraco | |
| Make | Jensen | Lamborghini |
| Model | SV-8 | Urraco |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 182 HP |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 77.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.9 mm | 53.1 mm |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2460 mm |
