1989 Audi V8 vs. 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Audi V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Audi V8 would be higher. At 4,961 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo (523 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1989 Audi V8. (251 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi V8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi V8 weights approximately 380 kg more than 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo (511 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi V8. (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi V8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi V8 | 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | Audi | Lamborghini |
| Model | V8 | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 4961 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 523 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 511 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 315 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 3.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |
