2000 Acura NSX vs. 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Acura NSX would be higher. At 5,203 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo (560 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2000 Acura NSX. (480 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2000 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Acura NSX weights approximately 75 kg more than 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo.
Because 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Acura NSX. 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, 2000 Acura NSX (542 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo. (540 Nm). This means 2000 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura NSX | 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | Acura | Lamborghini |
| Model | NSX | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 5203 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 480 HP | 560 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2560 mm |
