1973 Buick Skylark vs. 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo (561 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 411 more horse power than 1973 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 1973 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Skylark weights approximately 175 kg more than 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo.
Because 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Buick Skylark. 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 (540 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Buick Skylark. (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Buick Skylark.
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1973 Buick Skylark | 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
Make | Buick | Lamborghini |
Model | Skylark | Gallardo |
Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 5204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 561 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |