2009 Audi R8 vs. 1974 Lamborghini Urraco
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lamborghini Urraco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lamborghini Urraco would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (518 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 1974 Lamborghini Urraco. (218 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1974 Lamborghini Urraco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi R8 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1974 Lamborghini Urraco. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Lamborghini Urraco. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 will offer significantly more control. 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 R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lamborghini Urraco. (210 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lamborghini Urraco.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi R8 | 1974 Lamborghini Urraco | |
Make | Audi | Lamborghini |
Model | R8 | Urraco |
Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 2462 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 518 HP | 218 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2460 mm |