2009 Lamborghini Gallardo vs. 2005 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo (560 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2005 Pontiac GTO. (400 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2005 Pontiac GTO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 190 kg more than 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo.
Because 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Pontiac GTO. 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) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Pontiac GTO. (536 Nm). This means 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Pontiac GTO.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo | 2005 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Pontiac |
| Model | Gallardo | GTO |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5203 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 560 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 536 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |
