1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (549 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo. (512 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo.
Because 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo. (510 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo.
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1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
Make | Aston Martin | Lamborghini |
Model | V8 Vantage | Gallardo |
Year Released | 1981 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 4961 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 549 HP | 512 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 745 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 90 L |