1977 Toyota Carina 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 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Carina 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 460 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Carina. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo weights approximately 345 kg more than 1977 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Toyota Carina. 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 392 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Carina. (147 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Toyota Carina | 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | Toyota | Lamborghini |
| Model | Carina | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 562 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 539 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4387 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1166 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2560 mm |
