2008 Audi R8 vs. 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2008 Audi R8 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo would be higher. At 4,961 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo (493 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2008 Audi R8. (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi R8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi R8 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo (510 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi R8. (431 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi R8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi R8 | 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | Audi | Lamborghini |
| Model | R8 | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4961 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 301 km/hour | 304 km/hour |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.6 L/100km | 19.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 90 L |
