2008 Lamborghini Gallardo vs. 1970 Toyota Sport 800
To start off, 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Sport 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Sport 800 would be higher. At 4,961 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo (512 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 468 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Sport 800. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Sport 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo weights approximately 750 kg more than 1970 Toyota Sport 800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Toyota Sport 800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo (510 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 442 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Sport 800. (68 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Sport 800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo | 1970 Toyota Sport 800 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Toyota |
| Model | Gallardo | Sport 800 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4961 cc | 790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 512 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 75 L |
