1951 Buick 40 vs. 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,961 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo (493 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 374 more horse power than 1951 Buick 40. (119 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 1951 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Buick 40 weights approximately 205 kg more than 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo.
Because 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Buick 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo (510 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Buick 40. (292 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Buick 40 | 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | Buick | Lamborghini |
| Model | 40 | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4066 cc | 4961 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2570 mm |
