2009 Lamborghini Gallardo vs. 1987 Volkswagen Polo

To start off, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Volkswagen Polo 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 508 more horse power than 1987 Volkswagen Polo. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 1987 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo weights approximately 736 kg more than 1987 Volkswagen Polo. 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 1987 Volkswagen Polo. 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 444 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Volkswagen Polo. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Volkswagen Polo.

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2009 Lamborghini Gallardo 1987 Volkswagen Polo
Make Lamborghini Volkswagen
Model Gallardo Polo
Year Released 2009 1987
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 5204 cc 1043 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 552 HP 44 HP
Engine RPM 8000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 540 Nm 96 Nm
Torque RPM 6500 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1506 kg 770 kg
Vehicle Length 4310 mm 3660 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1590 mm
Vehicle Height 1170 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 2570 mm 2340 mm