2000 AC Cobra vs. 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 AC Cobra would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo (562 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 2000 AC Cobra. (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2000 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo weights approximately 425 kg more than 2000 AC Cobra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 AC Cobra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo (540 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 AC Cobra. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 AC Cobra. 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo has automatic transmission and 2000 AC Cobra has manual transmission. 2000 AC Cobra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 AC Cobra | 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | AC | Lamborghini |
| Model | Cobra | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 562 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4386 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1184 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2560 mm |
