2009 Dodge Viper vs. 1979 Lamborghini Urraco
To start off, 2009 Dodge Viper 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 8,285 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Viper (499 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1979 Lamborghini Urraco. (261 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1979 Lamborghini Urraco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Viper weights approximately 302 kg more than 1979 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 Dodge Viper (711 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 436 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lamborghini Urraco. (275 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lamborghini Urraco.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Viper | 1979 Lamborghini Urraco | |
Make | Dodge | Lamborghini |
Model | Viper | Urraco |
Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 8285 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 499 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 711 Nm | 275 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 64.5 mm |
Top Speed | 314 km/hour | 255 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 | 1602 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |