2009 Aston Martin DBS vs. 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 1 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 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin DBS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo (512 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Aston Martin DBS. (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2009 Aston Martin DBS.
Because 2008 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, 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, 2009 Aston Martin DBS (571 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo. (510 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo. 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo has automatic transmission and 2009 Aston Martin DBS has manual transmission. 2009 Aston Martin DBS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin DBS | 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Lamborghini |
| Model | DBS | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 4961 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 512 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 571 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 90 L |
