1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut vs. 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut would be higher. At 4,961 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo (513 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 365 more horse power than 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo (510 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut. 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo has automatic transmission and 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut has manual transmission. 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut | 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lamborghini |
| Model | Sportut | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4961 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 513 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1190 mm |
