1996 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo (513 HP) has 78 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Camaro. (435 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo weights approximately 553 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Camaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (576 Nm) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo. (510 Nm). This means 1996 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo.
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1996 Chevrolet Camaro | 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lamborghini |
Model | Camaro | Gallardo |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 6276 cc | 4960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 1 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 435 HP | 513 HP |
Torque | 576 Nm | 510 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 276 km/hour | 314 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2570 mm |