2001 Bentley Continental vs. 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Bentley Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Bentley Continental would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo (512 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2001 Bentley Continental. (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2001 Bentley Continental.
Because 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Bentley Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2001 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo. (510 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2001 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo. 2001 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo has manual transmission. 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Bentley Continental | 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | Bentley | Lamborghini |
| Model | Continental | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| 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 | 512 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 90 L |
