1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2010 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2010 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lamborghini Gallardo (550 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 427 more horse power than 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (123 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 60 kg more than 2010 Lamborghini Gallardo.
Because 2010 Lamborghini Gallardo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Lamborghini Gallardo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Lamborghini Gallardo (539 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
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1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2010 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Lamborghini |
Model | Cutlass | Gallardo |
Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2834 cc | 5200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 550 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 539 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4346 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1166 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2560 mm |