1972 Dodge Charger vs. 2010 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2010 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Dodge Charger would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lamborghini Gallardo (550 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Charger. (256 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Charger weights approximately 330 kg more than 2010 Lamborghini Gallardo.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Lamborghini Gallardo (539 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Charger. (470 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Charger | 2010 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
Make | Dodge | Lamborghini |
Model | Charger | Gallardo |
Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 6555 cc | 5200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 550 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 539 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4346 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1166 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2560 mm |