2003 Lamborghini Gallardo vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 6 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. At 4,961 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo (493 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2009 Porsche 911. (414 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2009 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2003 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo. (510 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo. 2009 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo has manual transmission. 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Porsche |
| Model | Gallardo | 911 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4961 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 304 km/hour | 298 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.5 L/100km | 12.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |
