2008 Lamborghini Gallardo vs. 2009 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2009 Nissan GT-R is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo would be higher. 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 42 more horse power than 2009 Nissan GT-R. (481 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan GT-R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 275 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, 2009 Nissan GT-R (583 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo. (510 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo | 2009 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Nissan |
| Model | Gallardo | GT-R |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4959 cc | 3799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 523 HP | 481 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 583 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 74 L |
