2000 Bentley Continental vs. 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Bentley Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Bentley Continental would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo (493 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2000 Bentley Continental. (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2000 Bentley Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1020 kg more than 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo.
Because 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Bentley Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo. (510 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo. 2000 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo has manual transmission. 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Bentley Continental | 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
Make | Bentley | Lamborghini |
Model | Continental | Gallardo |
Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 4961 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 421 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 90 L |