2009 Alpina Roadster vs. 1976 Lamborghini Urraco
To start off, 2009 Alpina Roadster is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Lamborghini Urraco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Lamborghini Urraco would be higher. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Alpina Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alpina Roadster (296 HP) has 36 more horse power than 1976 Lamborghini Urraco. (260 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina Roadster should accelerate faster than 1976 Lamborghini Urraco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alpina Roadster weights approximately 95 kg more than 1976 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, 2009 Alpina Roadster (362 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Lamborghini Urraco. (273 Nm). This means 2009 Alpina Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Lamborghini Urraco.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alpina Roadster | 1976 Lamborghini Urraco | |
| Make | Alpina | Lamborghini |
| Model | Roadster | Urraco |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 260 HP |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 64.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 265 km/hour | 259 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1300 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 93 L |
