1996 Audi A3 vs. 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi A3 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 439 more horse power than 1996 Audi A3. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo weights approximately 200 kg more than 1996 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Audi A3. 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 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A3. (173 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A3.
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1996 Audi A3 | 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
Make | Audi | Lamborghini |
Model | A3 | Gallardo |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 5200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 562 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 539 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4387 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1166 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 90 L |