2007 Lamborghini Gallardo vs. 2012 Bentley Continental GT
To start off, 2012 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Bentley Continental GT (567 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo. (493 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 890 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.
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, 2012 Bentley Continental GT (700 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo. (510 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo. 2012 Bentley Continental GT 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. 2012 Bentley Continental GT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Lamborghini Gallardo | 2012 Bentley Continental GT | |
Make | Lamborghini | Bentley |
Model | Gallardo | Continental GT |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4961 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 567 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
Top Speed | 309 km/hour | 318 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.2 seconds | 4.4 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 2320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4806 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1943 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1405 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2746 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 91 L |