2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo weights approximately 361 kg more than 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Because 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo (540 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (190 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | Mazda | Lamborghini |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1139 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3995 mm | 4345 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1245 mm | 1165 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2329 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 18.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 90 L |
