2008 Lamborghini Gallardo vs. 1998 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 4,961 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo (512 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 331 more horse power than 1998 Land Rover Discovery. (181 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 1998 Land Rover Discovery.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo (510 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Land Rover Discovery. (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Land Rover Discovery.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo | 1998 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Land Rover |
| Model | Gallardo | Discovery |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4961 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 512 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2550 mm |
