1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage vs. 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo (562 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage. (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage weights approximately 214 kg more than 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo.
Because 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage (746 Nm) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo. (539 Nm). This means 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo.
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1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage | 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
Make | Aston Martin | Lamborghini |
Model | Project Vantage | Gallardo |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 6000 cc | 5200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 562 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 746 Nm | 539 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4387 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1166 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 90 L |