2008 Ford Focus vs. 1970 Lamborghini Urraco

To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Lamborghini Urraco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Lamborghini Urraco would be higher. At 2,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Lamborghini Urraco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Lamborghini Urraco (217 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Lamborghini Urraco should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Lamborghini Urraco weights approximately 263 kg more than 2008 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1970 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 1970 Lamborghini Urraco. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Focus, 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, 1970 Lamborghini Urraco (211 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1970 Lamborghini Urraco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Ford Focus 1970 Lamborghini Urraco
Make Ford Lamborghini
Model Focus Urraco
Year Released 2008 1970
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 1999 cc 2462 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 141 HP 217 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 184 Nm 211 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 5000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1107 kg 1370 kg
Vehicle Length 4450 mm 4290 mm
Vehicle Width 2000 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1170 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2460 mm


 

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