2008 Lamborghini Gallardo vs. 2007 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mini Cooper 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 344 more horse power than 2007 Mini Cooper. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2007 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mini Cooper weights approximately 5 kg more than 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo.
Because 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mini Cooper. 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 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mini Cooper. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mini Cooper. 2007 Mini Cooper has automatic transmission and 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo has manual transmission. 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mini Cooper will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Lamborghini Gallardo | 2007 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Lamborghini | Mini |
Model | Gallardo | Cooper |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4961 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 512 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 310 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.8 seconds | 7.7 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 17 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 50 L |