2005 Audi RS6 vs. 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi RS6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi RS6 would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo (562 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2005 Audi RS6. (444 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi RS6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi RS6 weights approximately 485 kg more than 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo.
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, 2005 Audi RS6 (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo. (539 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2005 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo. 2005 Audi RS6 has automatic transmission and 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo has manual transmission. 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Audi RS6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi RS6 | 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | Audi | Lamborghini |
| Model | RS6 | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4171 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 562 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 539 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4387 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1166 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 90 L |
