1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,339 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (543 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo. (492 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 560 kg more than 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo. (510 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo.
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1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
Make | Aston Martin | Lamborghini |
Model | V8 Vantage | Gallardo |
Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5339 cc | 4961 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 543 HP | 492 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 745 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
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 Weight | 1990 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 90 L |