A comparison of two cars I would like to own: a Lamborghini Gallardo and a 1992

Pontiac Sunbird

Presented By: John WellersProject 15: Buying Your First CarJune 6 2011

Lamborghini Gallardo

vs.

1992 Pontiac Sunbird

Let’s look at the Lamborghini Gallardo

This car is amazing, it’s sleek look and high quality engine make it one of the nicest cars on the market. Its also about $200,000

Safety Features of the Lamborghini Gallardo

The safety rating of the Lamborghini Gallardo is not available as of now. Below are some of the important safety features this car hasSafety Features Antilock Brakes Traction Control Antiskid System Front-Side Airbags

Technology and Entertainment Features of the Lamborghini Gallardo

The Gallardo is a car equipped with lots of great technology and entertainment. Listed below are some of its features.

Features - Front 12V power outlet(s)- Dual-zone fully-automatic climate control- Element antenna- Audio system with AM/FM radio, CD player (reads MP3 format) ; includes RDS , digital media card and satellite radio- Cargo capacity: 29.0 cu. ft. all seats in place- Trip computer: includes average speed, average fuel economy, current fuel economy and range for remaining fuel

Specifications of the GallardoThe Lamborghini Gallardo has one of the nicest engines on the market, it has a 5.2-liter V10 engine that produces 570 horsepower, and can travel from zero to 100 km/h (62 mph) in 3.4 seconds, up to a 202 mph (325 km/h) top speed. It is a manual transmission.

City vs. Highway Miles Per Gallon of the Gallardo

City MPG:12 - 14 Highway MPG: 20

Average cost per gallon of Gas: $3.88Average Miles per Week I Drive: 0Total Weekly Gas Bill: $0

Now Lets look at the 1992 Pontiac Sunbird

The Sunbird is an old bottom of the line car that has an engine that equivalents todays Saab Frontier just 15 years old. It’s also maybe $2,000

Safety Features of the 1992 Pontiac Sunbird

The safety rating of the Sunbird is 4 out of 5. Below are some of the important safety features this car has

NHTSA Recall History1991: Front-door interlock striker may fail. 1991: Front-door shoulder-belt guide loops may be cracked. 1992: Accelerator cable may have been kinked during assembly; can cause high-effort operation, or sticking or broken cable. 1992: Secondary hood-latch spring in some cars is improperly installed or missing. 1992-93: During cold weather, water entering throttle cable may freeze and cause cable to bind. 1993: Flawed rear brake hoses can cause reduced brake effectiveness. 1994: Drive-axle spindle nuts on a few cars may be overtorqued.

Technology and Entertainment Features of the 1996 Pontiac Sunbird

The Sunbird is a car equipped with lots of great technology and entertainment. Listed below are some of its features.

Standard FeaturesAir DamBucket SeatsCenter ConsoleFog LightsPower BrakesRallye GaugesTinted Glass3.1L V6 OHV 12V FI Engine15 Inch WheelsRegular Unleaded Fuel Required Power Exterior MirrorsAM/FM Audio SystemRear Spoiler

Available Optional FeaturesOptionalRear Window DefrosterSunroof3-Speed Automatic TransmissionCruise ControlTilt Steering Wheel

5-Speed Manual TransmissionClockAlloy Wheels4-Wheel ABSCloth SeatingPower SteeringPower Door Locks

Specifications of the Sunbird

• MSRP: $9,904 - $15,524 • KBB value: $2,025 - $2,725 • Fuel economy: 19-25 city / 28-35 hwy • Base engine: 2.0L 110 hp I4 • Maximum seating: 5 passengers

City vs. Highway Miles Per Gallon of the Sunbird

City MPG: 19 - 25 Highway MPG: 28 - 35 highway

Average cost per gallon of Gas: $3.88Average Miles per Week I Drive: 75Total Weekly Gas Bill: $11.19

Final CostsLamborghini Gallardo Pontiac Sunbird

$200,000 $2,000

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