1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible 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 (523 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 418 more horse power than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 120 kg more than 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo (511 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Lamborghini |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 4961 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 523 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 511 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2570 mm |
