2009 Lamborghini Gallardo vs. 1959 Tatra T603
To start off, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Tatra T603 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 466 more horse power than 1959 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 1959 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo weights approximately 30 kg more than 1959 Tatra T603. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Tatra T603. 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, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo (540 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo | 1959 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Tatra |
| Model | Gallardo | T603 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5203 cc | 2545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 560 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2760 mm |
