2005 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 2 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 355 more horse power than 2005 Alfa Romeo GT. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2005 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo weights approximately 130 kg more than 2005 Alfa Romeo GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Alfa Romeo GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo (510 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo GT. (163 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo GT | 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lamborghini |
| Model | GT | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1745 cc | 4961 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 90 L |
