2009 Audi R8 vs. 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 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 4,959 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo (500 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2009 Audi R8. (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi R8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo weights approximately 535 kg more than 2009 Audi R8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo (500 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi R8. (430 Nm). This means 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi R8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | Audi | Lamborghini |
| Model | R8 | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 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 | 15.7 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 90 L |
