2002 BMW Z4 vs. 1979 Lamborghini Urraco
To start off, 2002 BMW Z4 is newer by 23 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. Both 2002 BMW Z4 and 1979 Lamborghini Urraco are equipped with a 2,996 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lamborghini Urraco (261 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2002 BMW Z4. (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lamborghini Urraco should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW Z4 weights approximately 86 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, 2002 BMW Z4 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lamborghini Urraco. (275 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lamborghini Urraco. 2002 BMW Z4 has automatic transmission and 1979 Lamborghini Urraco has manual transmission. 1979 Lamborghini Urraco will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 BMW Z4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW Z4 | 1979 Lamborghini Urraco | |
| Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
| Model | Z4 | Urraco |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 64.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 255 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
