2009 Lamborghini Gallardo vs. 2009 Porsche Cayman
To start off, both 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo and 2009 Porsche Cayman were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 269 more horse power than 2009 Porsche Cayman. (291 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2009 Porsche Cayman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo weights approximately 75 kg more than 2009 Porsche Cayman. 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 2009 Porsche Cayman. 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 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche Cayman. (340 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche Cayman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo | 2009 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Porsche |
| Model | Gallardo | Cayman |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5203 cc | 3385 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 560 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 96.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 78.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 325 km/hour | 275 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.7 seconds | 5.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |
