1987 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ferrari Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ferrari Testarossa 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 177 more horse power than 1987 Ferrari Testarossa. (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 1987 Ferrari Testarossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 190 kg more than 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo.
Because 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ferrari Testarossa. 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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ferrari Testarossa. (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ferrari Testarossa.
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1987 Ferrari Testarossa | 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
Make | Ferrari | Lamborghini |
Model | Testarossa | Gallardo |
Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 4943 cc | 5200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 562 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 539 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4387 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1166 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2560 mm |