1978 GMC Suburban vs. 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,961 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo (493 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 393 more horse power than 1978 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 1978 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 GMC Suburban weights approximately 770 kg more than 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo (510 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 GMC Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 GMC Suburban. 1978 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo has manual transmission. 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1978 GMC Suburban | 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
Make | GMC | Lamborghini |
Model | Suburban | Gallardo |
Year Released | 1978 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 4961 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2570 mm |