2006 Lamborghini Gallardo vs. 1958 Morris Minor
To start off, 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Morris Minor would be higher. At 4,960 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo (513 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 477 more horse power than 1958 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo weights approximately 950 kg more than 1958 Morris Minor. 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 1958 Morris Minor. 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, 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo (510 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 442 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo | 1958 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Morris |
| Model | Gallardo | Minor |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4960 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 513 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2190 mm |
