2004 BMW 530 vs. 1979 Lamborghini Urraco

To start off, 2004 BMW 530 is newer by 25 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 33 more horse power than 2004 BMW 530. (228 HP @ 7250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lamborghini Urraco should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 530 weights approximately 270 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, 2004 BMW 530 (290 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lamborghini Urraco. (275 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lamborghini Urraco.

Compare all specifications:

2004 BMW 530 1979 Lamborghini Urraco
Make BMW Lamborghini
Model 530 Urraco
Year Released 2004 1979
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 2924 cc 2996 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 228 HP 261 HP
Engine RPM 7250 RPM 7500 RPM
Torque 290 Nm 275 Nm
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 64.5 mm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1570 kg 1300 kg
Vehicle Length 4850 mm 4270 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1120 mm
Wheelbase Size 2790 mm 2460 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 80 L


 

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