1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo (493 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (402 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 390 kg more than 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo.
Because 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (550 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo. (510 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Lamborghini |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 4961 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 304 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 90 L |
