2002 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo

To start off, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Aston Martin DB7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Aston Martin DB7 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo (552 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2002 Aston Martin DB7. (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2002 Aston Martin DB7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 234 kg more than 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo.

Because 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Aston Martin DB7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 (571 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo. (540 Nm). This means 2002 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Aston Martin DB7 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo
Make Aston Martin Lamborghini
Model DB7 Gallardo
Year Released 2002 2009
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 5935 cc 5204 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 10 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 450 HP 552 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 8000 RPM
Torque 571 Nm 540 Nm
Engine Bore Size 89 mm 84.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 79.5 mm 92.8 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 298 km/hour 325 km/hour
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1740 kg 1506 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 4310 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1250 mm 1170 mm
Wheelbase Size 2540 mm 2570 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 89 L 90 L


 

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