1978 Buick Regal vs. 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Buick Regal would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo (562 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 458 more horse power than 1978 Buick Regal. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Regal weights approximately 90 kg more than 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo.
Because 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Buick Regal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo (540 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Regal. (218 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Buick Regal | 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
Make | Buick | Lamborghini |
Model | Regal | Gallardo |
Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 5200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 562 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4386 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1165 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2560 mm |