1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo (561 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 456 more horse power than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 22 kg more than 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo (540 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Lamborghini |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 561 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2560 mm |
