1998 Audi A6 vs. 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo

To start off, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Audi A6 would be higher. At 5,203 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo (560 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 412 more horse power than 1998 Audi A6. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 1998 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo weights approximately 120 kg more than 1998 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo (540 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Audi A6. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Audi A6.

Compare all specifications:

1998 Audi A6 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo
Make Audi Lamborghini
Model A6 Gallardo
Year Released 1998 2009
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 1781 cc 5203 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 10 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 560 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 8000 RPM
Torque 210 Nm 540 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 6500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 84.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 92.8 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 12.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 217 km/hour 325 km/hour
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1380 kg 1500 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 4350 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1170 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2560 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.2 L/100km 14.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 90 L


 

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