1969 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 4,959 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo (500 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 397 more horse power than 1969 Alfa Romeo GT. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 1969 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo weights approximately 460 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Alfa Romeo GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo (500 Nm) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo GT. (137 Nm). This means 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Alfa Romeo GT.
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1969 Alfa Romeo GT | 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Lamborghini |
Model | GT | Gallardo |
Year Released | 1969 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 4959 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 500 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 90 L |