2009 Lamborghini Gallardo vs. 1988 Nissan 300 ZX

To start off, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Nissan 300 ZX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Nissan 300 ZX 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 (561 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 390 more horse power than 1988 Nissan 300 ZX. (171 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 1988 Nissan 300 ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Nissan 300 ZX weights approximately 30 kg more than 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo.

Because 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Nissan 300 ZX. 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 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Nissan 300 ZX. (234 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Nissan 300 ZX.

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2009 Lamborghini Gallardo 1988 Nissan 300 ZX
Make Lamborghini Nissan
Model Gallardo 300 ZX
Year Released 2009 1988
Body Type Convertible Coupe
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 5204 cc 2960 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 561 HP 171 HP
Engine RPM 8000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 540 Nm 234 Nm
Torque RPM 6500 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1430 kg 1460 kg
Vehicle Length 4350 mm 4550 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1190 mm 1320 mm
Wheelbase Size 2560 mm 2530 mm