2001 Audi A8 vs. 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A8 would be higher. At 4,960 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo (513 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 2001 Audi A8. (271 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A8 weights approximately 800 kg more than 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo (510 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A8. (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A8. 2001 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo has manual transmission. 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2001 Audi A8 | 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
Make | Audi | Lamborghini |
Model | A8 | Gallardo |
Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3936 cc | 4960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 513 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 314 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 4.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2540 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |