2009 Lamborghini Gallardo vs. 2011 Alpina B3
To start off, 2011 Alpina B3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo 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 205 more horse power than 2011 Alpina B3. (355 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2011 Alpina B3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alpina B3 weights approximately 60 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, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo (540 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Alpina B3. (500 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Alpina B3. 2011 Alpina B3 has automatic transmission and 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo has manual transmission. 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Alpina B3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Lamborghini Gallardo | 2011 Alpina B3 | |
Make | Lamborghini | Alpina |
Model | Gallardo | B3 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5203 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 560 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2730 mm |