2008 BMW Z4 vs. 1973 Lamborghini Urraco
To start off, 2008 BMW Z4 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Lamborghini Urraco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Lamborghini Urraco would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Lamborghini Urraco (217 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2008 BMW Z4. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Lamborghini Urraco should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Lamborghini Urraco weights approximately 80 kg more than 2008 BMW Z4. 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, 2008 BMW Z4 (250 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Lamborghini Urraco. (210 Nm). This means 2008 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Lamborghini Urraco. 2008 BMW Z4 has automatic transmission and 1973 Lamborghini Urraco has manual transmission. 1973 Lamborghini Urraco will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW Z4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW Z4 | 1973 Lamborghini Urraco | |
| Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
| Model | Z4 | Urraco |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2460 mm |
