2008 Lamborghini Gallardo vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 is newer by 5 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 4,961 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo (512 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2013 Porsche 911. (493 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2013 Porsche 911.
Because 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Porsche 911. 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, 2013 Porsche 911 (649 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo. (510 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Porsche |
| Model | Gallardo | 911 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4961 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 512 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.8 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2350 mm |
