2008 Lamborghini Gallardo vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Porsche 911 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 191 more horse power than 2005 Porsche 911. (321 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2005 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 155 kg more than 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo.
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 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Porsche 911. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Porsche |
| Model | Gallardo | 911 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4961 cc | 3587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 512 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 310 km/hour | 285 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.8 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |
