1975 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Honda Civic would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo (562 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 509 more horse power than 1975 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo weights approximately 665 kg more than 1975 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo (539 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 459 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda Civic. (80 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Honda Civic | 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
Make | Honda | Lamborghini |
Model | Civic | Gallardo |
Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1169 cc | 5200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 562 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 539 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4387 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1166 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2560 mm |