2007 Lamborghini Gallardo vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, both 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo and 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo. (493 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 615 kg more than 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 Mercedes-Benz SL (830 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo. (510 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL has automatic transmission and 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo has manual transmission. 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Lamborghini Gallardo | 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Lamborghini | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Gallardo | SL |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4961 cc | 5513 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 830 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 309 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.2 seconds | 4.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 2045 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.7 L/100km | 14.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |