2009 Lamborghini Gallardo vs. 2012 Buick Regal
To start off, 2012 Buick Regal is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo 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 292 more horse power than 2012 Buick Regal. (270 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2012 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick Regal weights approximately 183 kg more than 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo.
Because 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Buick Regal. 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 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick Regal. (400 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick Regal. 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo has automatic transmission and 2012 Buick Regal has manual transmission. 2012 Buick Regal will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Lamborghini Gallardo | 2012 Buick Regal | |
Make | Lamborghini | Buick |
Model | Gallardo | Regal |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5203 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 562 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1683 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4831 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2738 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |