1950 Peugeot 203 vs. 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo

To start off, 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 62 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo (562 HP) has 518 more horse power than 1950 Peugeot 203. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 1950 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo weights approximately 416 kg more than 1950 Peugeot 203. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Peugeot 203. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo (539 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 459 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Peugeot 203.

Compare all specifications:

1950 Peugeot 203 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo
Make Peugeot Lamborghini
Model 203 Gallardo
Year Released 1950 2012
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 1290 cc 5200 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 10 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 44 HP 562 HP
Torque 80 Nm 539 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 6500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 924 kg 1340 kg
Vehicle Length 4360 mm 4387 mm
Vehicle Width 1610 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1510 mm 1166 mm
Wheelbase Size 2590 mm 2560 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 90 L


 

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