1993 Cadillac Allante vs. 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Cadillac Allante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Cadillac Allante 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 257 more horse power than 1993 Cadillac Allante. (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 1993 Cadillac Allante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Cadillac Allante weights approximately 202 kg more than 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo.
Because 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Cadillac Allante. 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 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Cadillac Allante. (393 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Cadillac Allante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Cadillac Allante | 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lamborghini |
| Model | Allante | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4563 cc | 5204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 12.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1708 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2570 mm |
