2000 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Aston Martin DB7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Aston Martin DB7 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo (562 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2000 Aston Martin DB7. (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2000 Aston Martin DB7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 538 kg more than 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo.
Because 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Aston Martin DB7. 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, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 (570 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo. (539 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2000 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Aston Martin DB7 | 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Lamborghini |
| Model | DB7 | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 562 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 539 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4387 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1166 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 90 L |
