1948 Morris Minor vs. 2010 Lamborghini Gallardo

To start off, 2010 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 62 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Morris Minor would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lamborghini Gallardo (550 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 523 more horse power than 1948 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 1948 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lamborghini Gallardo weights approximately 590 kg more than 1948 Morris Minor. 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, 2010 Lamborghini Gallardo (539 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 486 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Morris Minor.

Compare all specifications:

1948 Morris Minor 2010 Lamborghini Gallardo
Make Morris Lamborghini
Model Minor Gallardo
Year Released 1948 2010
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 918 cc 5200 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 10 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 27 HP 550 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 8000 RPM
Torque 53 Nm 539 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 6500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 790 kg 1380 kg
Vehicle Length 3770 mm 4346 mm
Vehicle Width 1560 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1530 mm 1166 mm
Wheelbase Size 2190 mm 2560 mm


 

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