1999 Audi S8 vs. 1970 Lamborghini Urraco
To start off, 1999 Audi S8 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Lamborghini Urraco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Lamborghini Urraco would be higher. At 4,170 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi S8 (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1970 Lamborghini Urraco. (220 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1970 Lamborghini Urraco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi S8 weights approximately 650 kg more than 1970 Lamborghini Urraco. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Lamborghini Urraco. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 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, 1999 Audi S8 (330 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Lamborghini Urraco. (225 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 1999 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Lamborghini Urraco. 1999 Audi S8 has automatic transmission and 1970 Lamborghini Urraco has manual transmission. 1970 Lamborghini Urraco will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Audi S8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi S8 | 1970 Lamborghini Urraco | |
| Make | Audi | Lamborghini |
| Model | S8 | Urraco |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4170 cc | 2461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 53.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 239 km/hour |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
