2009 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo (500 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2009 Aston Martin DB9. (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2009 Aston Martin DB9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 460 kg more than 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo.
Because 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Aston Martin DB9. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 (601 Nm) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo. (500 Nm). This means 2009 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin DB9 | 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Lamborghini |
| Model | DB9 | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 4959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 470 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 601 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 12.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 26.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |
