1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 54 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 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo (562 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 457 more horse power than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 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 112 kg more than 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo (539 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Lamborghini |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 562 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 539 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4387 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1166 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2560 mm |
