2008 Lamborghini Gallardo vs. 1996 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Carina 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 406 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Carina. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo weights approximately 195 kg more than 1996 Toyota Carina. 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 1996 Toyota Carina. 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 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Carina. (156 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Lamborghini Gallardo | 1996 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Lamborghini | Toyota |
Model | Gallardo | Carina |
Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4961 cc | 1762 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 512 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2590 mm |