1999 Audi S8 vs. 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo

To start off, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Audi S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Audi S8 would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo (552 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 1999 Audi S8. (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi S8 weights approximately 244 kg more than 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo.

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 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi S8. (330 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi S8. 1999 Audi S8 has automatic transmission and 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo has manual transmission. 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Audi S8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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1999 Audi S8 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo
Make Audi Lamborghini
Model S8 Gallardo
Year Released 1999 2009
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 4170 cc 5204 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 10 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 247 HP 552 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 8000 RPM
Torque 330 Nm 540 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 6500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.5 mm 84.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 93 mm 92.8 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 12.5:1
Top Speed 250 km/hour 325 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 6.6 seconds 3.7 seconds
Drive Type AWD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1750 kg 1506 kg
Vehicle Length 5040 mm 4310 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1170 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2570 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.9 L/100km 13.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 90 L