2009 Lamborghini Gallardo vs. 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix

To start off, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix 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 (562 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 354 more horse power than 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix. (208 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 109 kg more than 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo.

Because 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix. 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 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix. (291 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix.

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2009 Lamborghini Gallardo 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix
Make Lamborghini Pontiac
Model Gallardo Grand Prix
Year Released 2009 1990
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 5203 cc 3352 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 562 HP 208 HP
Engine RPM 8000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 540 Nm 291 Nm
Torque RPM 6500 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 12.5:1 9.3:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1500 kg 1609 kg
Vehicle Length 4350 mm 4930 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1170 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 2570 mm 2790 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 76 L