2008 Lamborghini Gallardo vs. 2005 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Panoz Esperante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Panoz Esperante 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 195 more horse power than 2005 Panoz Esperante. (317 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2005 Panoz Esperante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo weights approximately 58 kg more than 2005 Panoz Esperante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Panoz Esperante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo (510 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Panoz Esperante. (426 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Panoz Esperante.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Lamborghini Gallardo | 2005 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Lamborghini | Panoz |
Model | Gallardo | Esperante |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4961 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 512 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 426 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 310 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1272 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 59 L |