1980 Avanti Avanti vs. 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo (512 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 359 more horse power than 1980 Avanti Avanti. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 1980 Avanti Avanti.
Because 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Avanti Avanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo (510 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Avanti Avanti. (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Avanti Avanti. 1980 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo has manual transmission. 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1980 Avanti Avanti | 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
Make | Avanti | Lamborghini |
Model | Avanti | Gallardo |
Year Released | 1980 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4961 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 512 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2570 mm |