1958 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 55 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), 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo (562 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 1958 Aston Martin DB4. (257 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 1958 Aston Martin DB4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo weights approximately 135 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 2013 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, 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 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Aston Martin DB4. (360 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Lamborghini |
| Model | DB4 | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 257 HP | 562 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4386 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1184 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 80 L |
