1978 Honda Accord vs. 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Accord would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo (562 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 483 more horse power than 1978 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo weights approximately 410 kg more than 1978 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo (539 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 413 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Honda Accord | 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
Make | Honda | Lamborghini |
Model | Accord | Gallardo |
Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1602 cc | 5200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 562 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 539 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4387 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1166 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 90 L |