2011 Ford Ka vs. 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Ford Ka would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo (562 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 494 more horse power than 2011 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo weights approximately 400 kg more than 2011 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford Ka. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo (539 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 437 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Ka. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Ford Ka | 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
| Model | Ka | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 562 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 539 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4387 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1166 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 90 L |
