1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo

To start off, 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo (562 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 372 more horse power than 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo weights approximately 656 kg more than 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo (540 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.

Compare all specifications:

1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo
Make Ferrari Lamborghini
Model 500 Testarossa Gallardo
Year Released 1958 2013
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 1985 cc 5200 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 10 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 190 HP 562 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 8000 RPM
Torque 205 Nm 540 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 6500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 90 mm 84.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78 mm 92.8 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear AWD
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 684 kg 1340 kg
Vehicle Length 4320 mm 4386 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1165 mm
Wheelbase Size 2260 mm 2560 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 88 L 90 L


 

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