2009 Lamborghini Gallardo vs. 1998 Lexus GS

To start off, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lexus GS would be higher. At 5,203 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo (560 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 349 more horse power than 1998 Lexus GS. (211 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 1998 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lexus GS weights approximately 162 kg more than 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo.

Because 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Lexus GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 Lamborghini Gallardo (540 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lexus GS. (301 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lexus GS. 1998 Lexus GS has automatic transmission and 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo has manual transmission. 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Lamborghini Gallardo 1998 Lexus GS
Make Lamborghini Lexus
Model Gallardo GS
Year Released 2009 1998
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 5203 cc 2995 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 560 HP 211 HP
Engine RPM 8000 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 540 Nm 301 Nm
Torque RPM 6500 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.5 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 86 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 12.5:1 11.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 325 km/hour 230 km/hour
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1500 kg 1662 kg
Vehicle Length 4350 mm 4810 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1170 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2560 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 14.7 L/100km 11.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 75 L


 

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