2008 Lamborghini Gallardo vs. 1978 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Celica 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 394 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Celica.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo (510 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo | 1978 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Toyota |
| Model | Gallardo | Celica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4961 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 512 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2640 mm |
