1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 5,203 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo (560 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 460 more horse power than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo weights approximately 500 kg more than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo 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 Lamborghini Gallardo (540 Nm) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. (140 Nm). This means 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 | 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lamborghini |
| Model | 1900 | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1883 cc | 5203 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 560 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 325 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2560 mm |
