1989 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ferrari Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ferrari Testarossa would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo (552 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1989 Ferrari Testarossa. (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 1989 Ferrari Testarossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 24 kg more than 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo.
Because 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ferrari Testarossa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo (540 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ferrari Testarossa. (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ferrari Testarossa. 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo has automatic transmission and 1989 Ferrari Testarossa has manual transmission. 1989 Ferrari Testarossa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1989 Ferrari Testarossa | 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
Make | Ferrari | Lamborghini |
Model | Testarossa | Gallardo |
Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 4943 cc | 5204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 552 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1506 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2570 mm |