2009 Lamborghini Gallardo vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche 911 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 116 more horse power than 2004 Porsche 911. (444 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2004 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo. (540 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Porsche |
| Model | Gallardo | 911 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5203 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 560 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 325 km/hour | 307 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.7 seconds | 4.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 13.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |
