2009 Alpina B7 vs. 2010 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2010 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Alpina B7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Alpina B7 would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lamborghini Gallardo (550 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2009 Alpina B7. (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2009 Alpina B7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alpina B7 weights approximately 610 kg more than 2010 Lamborghini Gallardo.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lamborghini Gallardo. (539 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lamborghini Gallardo. 2009 Alpina B7 has automatic transmission and 2010 Lamborghini Gallardo has manual transmission. 2010 Lamborghini Gallardo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Alpina B7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alpina B7 | 2010 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
Make | Alpina | Lamborghini |
Model | B7 | Gallardo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4397 cc | 5200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 550 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 539 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4346 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1166 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 90 L |