2009 BMW 550 vs. 1976 Lamborghini Urraco
To start off, 2009 BMW 550 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 4,798 cc, 2009 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (362 HP) has 102 more horse power than 1976 Lamborghini Urraco. (260 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1976 Lamborghini Urraco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 550 weights approximately 360 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 BMW 550 (490 Nm) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Lamborghini Urraco. (273 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Lamborghini Urraco. 2009 BMW 550 has automatic transmission and 1976 Lamborghini Urraco has manual transmission. 1976 Lamborghini Urraco will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 550 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 550 | 1976 Lamborghini Urraco | |
| Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
| Model | 550 | Urraco |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4798 cc | 2995 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 260 HP |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 64.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 259 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1300 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 93 L |
