1963 Honda S500 vs. 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Honda S500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Honda S500 would be higher. At 4,961 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo (493 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 450 more horse power than 1963 Honda S500. (43 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 1963 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo weights approximately 704 kg more than 1963 Honda S500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Honda S500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo (510 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 465 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Honda S500. (45 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Honda S500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Honda S500 | 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | Honda | Lamborghini |
| Model | S500 | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 531 cc | 4961 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 90 L |
