2002 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo (523 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 670 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo (511 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mercedes-Benz S | 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Lamborghini |
| Model | S | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 4961 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 523 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 511 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 315 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 3.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 90 L |
