2007 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Aston Martin DB9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Aston Martin DB9 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo (562 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2007 Aston Martin DB9. (451 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2007 Aston Martin DB9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 495 kg more than 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo.
Because 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Aston Martin DB9. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2007 Aston Martin DB9 (570 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo. (540 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2007 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo. 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo has automatic transmission and 2007 Aston Martin DB9 has manual transmission. 2007 Aston Martin DB9 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Aston Martin DB9 | 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Lamborghini |
| Model | DB9 | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 451 HP | 562 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4386 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1165 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 90 L |
