2003 Lamborghini Gallardo vs. 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo would be higher. Both 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo and 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo are equipped with a 4,961 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo (512 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo. (493 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo weights approximately 100 kg more than 2008 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, both vehicles can yield 510 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo | 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Lamborghini |
| Model | Gallardo | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4961 cc | 4961 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 512 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 304 km/hour | 310 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.5 L/100km | 17 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 90 L |
