2008 Lamborghini Gallardo vs. 2012 Audi R8
To start off, 2012 Audi R8 is newer by 4 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 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2012 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi R8 (525 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo. (523 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi R8 weights approximately 355 kg more than 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo. (510 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo | 2012 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Audi |
| Model | Gallardo | R8 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4959 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 523 HP | 525 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1252 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 90 L |
