1996 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 11 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 4,961 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo (493 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 335 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Camaro. (158 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo weights approximately 17 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 2007 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, 2007 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, 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo (510 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Camaro. (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Camaro | 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lamborghini |
| Model | Camaro | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3349 cc | 4961 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1413 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 19.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 90 L |
