1976 Ferrari 400 vs. 2010 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2010 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lamborghini Gallardo (550 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1976 Ferrari 400. (340 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 1976 Ferrari 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 516 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 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ferrari 400. (422 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2010 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ferrari 400. 1976 Ferrari 400 has automatic transmission and 2010 Lamborghini Gallardo has manual transmission. 2010 Lamborghini Gallardo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Ferrari 400 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ferrari 400 | 2010 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lamborghini |
| Model | 400 | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 550 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 539 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4346 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1166 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 90 L |
