1973 Toyota Carina 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 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Carina 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 414 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Carina. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo weights approximately 790 kg more than 1973 Toyota Carina. 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 1973 Toyota Carina. 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 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Toyota Carina | 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | Toyota | Lamborghini |
| Model | Carina | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 4961 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 513 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2570 mm |
