2005 Dodge Viper 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 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo (562 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Viper. (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Viper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Viper weights approximately 196 kg more than 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo.
Because 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2005 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo. (539 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Viper | 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
Make | Dodge | Lamborghini |
Model | Viper | Gallardo |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 8277 cc | 5200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 562 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 712 Nm | 539 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4387 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1166 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |