1970 Opel Olympia vs. 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Olympia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Olympia would be higher. At 4,961 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo (513 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 454 more horse power than 1970 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo weights approximately 960 kg more than 1970 Opel Olympia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Opel Olympia. 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, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo (510 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 427 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Olympia. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Olympia. 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo has automatic transmission and 1970 Opel Olympia has manual transmission. 1970 Opel Olympia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Opel Olympia | 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | Opel | Lamborghini |
| Model | Olympia | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1078 cc | 4961 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 513 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2570 mm |
