2008 Porsche 911 vs. 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo (562 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 2008 Porsche 911. (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2008 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 51 kg more than 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo.
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 Lamborghini Gallardo (540 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Porsche 911. (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Porsche 911. 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo has automatic transmission and 2008 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2008 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Porsche 911 | 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | Porsche | Lamborghini |
| Model | 911 | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3824 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 562 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4386 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1184 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 80 L |
