2008 Lamborghini Gallardo vs. 2008 Mazda RX-8
To start off, both 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo and 2008 Mazda RX-8 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,959 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo (523 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 2008 Mazda RX-8. (228 HP @ 8200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda RX-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 95 kg more than 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo.
Because 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mazda RX-8. 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 299 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda RX-8. (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda RX-8.
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2008 Lamborghini Gallardo | 2008 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | Lamborghini | Mazda |
Model | Gallardo | RX-8 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4959 cc | 1308 cc |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 523 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 8200 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 211 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 315 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.8 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 17 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 61 L |