2009 Lamborghini Gallardo vs. 1970 Marcos 2 Litres

To start off, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Marcos 2 Litres. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Marcos 2 Litres would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo (552 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 465 more horse power than 1970 Marcos 2 Litres. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 1970 Marcos 2 Litres. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo weights approximately 651 kg more than 1970 Marcos 2 Litres. 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 1970 Marcos 2 Litres. 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 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Marcos 2 Litres. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Marcos 2 Litres.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Lamborghini Gallardo 1970 Marcos 2 Litres
Make Lamborghini Marcos
Model Gallardo 2 Litres
Year Released 2009 1970
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 5204 cc 1996 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 552 HP 87 HP
Engine RPM 8000 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 540 Nm 150 Nm
Torque RPM 6500 RPM 2500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1506 kg 855 kg
Vehicle Length 4310 mm 4080 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1600 mm
Vehicle Height 1170 mm 1090 mm
Wheelbase Size 2570 mm 2270 mm


 

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