1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 431 kg more than 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo (540 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500. (404 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Lamborghini |
| Model | 500 | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 404 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1184 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4345 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2560 mm |
