1972 Buick Skylark vs. 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 5,722 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo (512 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 362 more horse power than 1972 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 1972 Buick Skylark.
Because 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Buick Skylark. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo (510 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Buick Skylark. (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Buick Skylark | 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | Buick | Lamborghini |
| Model | Skylark | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5722 cc | 4961 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 512 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 90 L |
