2009 Lamborghini Gallardo vs. 2007 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Panoz Esperante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Panoz Esperante would be higher. At 4,961 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo (513 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2007 Panoz Esperante. (420 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2007 Panoz Esperante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo weights approximately 253 kg more than 2007 Panoz Esperante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Panoz Esperante. 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, 2007 Panoz Esperante (570 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo. (510 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lamborghini Gallardo | 2007 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Lamborghini | Panoz |
Model | Gallardo | Esperante |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4961 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 513 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1487 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 59 L |