1958 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo (562 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 322 more horse power than 1958 Aston Martin DB4. (240 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 1958 Aston Martin DB4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo weights approximately 32 kg more than 1958 Aston Martin DB4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Aston Martin DB4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo (539 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Aston Martin DB4. (325 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Aston Martin DB4.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Aston Martin DB4 | 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
Make | Aston Martin | Lamborghini |
Model | DB4 | Gallardo |
Year Released | 1958 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3668 cc | 5200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 562 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 539 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1308 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4387 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1166 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 90 L |