2009 Lamborghini Gallardo vs. 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo (552 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo. (523 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo weights approximately 176 kg more than 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo (540 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo. (511 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo | 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Lamborghini |
| Model | Gallardo | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 4961 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 523 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 511 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 325 km/hour | 315 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.7 seconds | 3.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.7 L/100km | 17 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 90 L |
