1985 Porsche 928 vs. 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,959 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo (523 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1985 Porsche 928. (310 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 1985 Porsche 928. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Porsche 928 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo.
Because 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Porsche 928. 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, 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo (510 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Porsche 928. (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Porsche 928.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Porsche 928 | 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | Porsche | Lamborghini |
| Model | 928 | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4662 cc | 4959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 523 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 315 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2570 mm |
