2008 Fiat 500 vs. 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2008 Fiat 500 is newer by 1 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 4,961 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo (493 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 425 more horse power than 2008 Fiat 500. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo weights approximately 565 kg more than 2008 Fiat 500. 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 2008 Fiat 500. 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 Lamborghini Gallardo (510 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 408 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat 500. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat 500 | 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | Fiat | Lamborghini |
| Model | 500 | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 4961 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 4.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 19.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 90 L |
