1978 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Chevrolet Caprice 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 454 more horse power than 1978 Chevrolet Caprice. (108 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 1978 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 330 kg more than 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo.
Because 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Chevrolet Caprice. 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 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chevrolet Caprice. (280 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chevrolet Caprice. 1978 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo has manual transmission. 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1978 Chevrolet Caprice | 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lamborghini |
Model | Caprice | Gallardo |
Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 5200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 562 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 539 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4387 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1166 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2560 mm |