2008 Dodge Viper vs. 1973 Lamborghini Urraco
To start off, 2008 Dodge Viper 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 8,355 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Viper (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 383 more horse power than 1973 Lamborghini Urraco. (217 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1973 Lamborghini Urraco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Viper weights approximately 321 kg more than 1973 Lamborghini Urraco. 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 Dodge Viper (759 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 549 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Lamborghini Urraco. (210 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Lamborghini Urraco.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Viper | 1973 Lamborghini Urraco | |
Make | Dodge | Lamborghini |
Model | Viper | Urraco |
Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 8355 cc | 2461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 600 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 759 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2460 mm |