1968 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 4,961 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo (512 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 349 more horse power than 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo (510 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lamborghini |
| Model | Spider | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 4961 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 512 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 90 L |
