1962 Buick Invicta vs. 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Buick Invicta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Buick Invicta would be higher. At 6,576 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Buick Invicta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo (513 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1962 Buick Invicta. (325 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 1962 Buick Invicta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Buick Invicta weights approximately 330 kg more than 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo.
Because 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Buick Invicta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1962 Buick Invicta (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo. (510 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1962 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Buick Invicta | 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | Buick | Lamborghini |
| Model | Invicta | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6576 cc | 4961 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 513 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1910 mm |
