1977 Holden Kingswood vs. 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Holden Kingswood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Holden Kingswood would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo (562 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 349 more horse power than 1977 Holden Kingswood. (213 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden Kingswood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Holden Kingswood weights approximately 40 kg more than 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo.
Because 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Holden Kingswood. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo (539 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Holden Kingswood. (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Holden Kingswood.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Holden Kingswood | 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | Holden | Lamborghini |
| Model | Kingswood | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 213 HP | 562 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 539 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4387 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1166 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2560 mm |
