2008 Citroen C5 vs. 1979 Lamborghini Urraco
To start off, 2008 Citroen C5 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. 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 123 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C5. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lamborghini Urraco should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C5 weights approximately 202 kg more than 1979 Lamborghini Urraco.
Because 1979 Lamborghini Urraco is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Lamborghini Urraco. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1979 Lamborghini Urraco (275 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C5. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Lamborghini Urraco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C5 | 1979 Lamborghini Urraco | |
| Make | Citroen | Lamborghini |
| Model | C5 | Urraco |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 64.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 255 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1502 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 80 L |
