2009 Lamborghini Gallardo vs. 2011 Alpina B7
To start off, 2011 Alpina B7 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 (562 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2011 Alpina B7. (500 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2011 Alpina B7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alpina B7 weights approximately 605 kg more than 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo.
Because 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Alpina B7. 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, 2011 Alpina B7 (699 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo. (540 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2011 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo | 2011 Alpina B7 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Alpina |
| Model | Gallardo | B7 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5203 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 562 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5225 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1494 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3211 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 82 L |
