2009 Aston Martin DBS vs. 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo would be higher. At 5,933 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin DBS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin DBS (503 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo. (493 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo.
Because 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Aston Martin DBS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo (510 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Aston Martin DBS. (420 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Aston Martin DBS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin DBS | 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Lamborghini |
| Model | DBS | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5933 cc | 4961 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 503 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 307 km/hour | 309 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.9 L/100km | 19.7 L/100km |
