2009 Audi A8 vs. 1979 Lamborghini Urraco
To start off, 2009 Audi A8 is newer by 30 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 54 more horse power than 2009 Audi A8. (207 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lamborghini Urraco should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A8 weights approximately 390 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, 2009 Audi A8, 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, 2009 Audi A8 (280 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lamborghini Urraco. (275 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lamborghini Urraco.
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2009 Audi A8 | 1979 Lamborghini Urraco | |
Make | Audi | Lamborghini |
Model | A8 | Urraco |
Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2772 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 207 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 275 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.4 mm | 64.5 mm |
Top Speed | 238 km/hour | 255 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |