2008 BMW X3 vs. 1979 Lamborghini Urraco
To start off, 2008 BMW X3 is newer by 29 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 2008 BMW X3 and 1979 Lamborghini Urraco are equipped with a 2,996 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lamborghini Urraco (261 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2008 BMW X3. (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lamborghini Urraco should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X3 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1979 Lamborghini Urraco.
Because 2008 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Lamborghini Urraco. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW X3 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, 2008 BMW X3 (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lamborghini Urraco. (275 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lamborghini Urraco.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X3 | 1979 Lamborghini Urraco | |
| Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
| Model | X3 | Urraco |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 80 L |
