2009 Porsche Boxster vs. 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo (562 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 2009 Porsche Boxster. (252 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2009 Porsche Boxster.
Because 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Porsche Boxster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo (540 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche Boxster. (215 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche Boxster. 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo has automatic transmission and 2009 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 2009 Porsche Boxster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Porsche Boxster | 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
Make | Porsche | Lamborghini |
Model | Boxster | Gallardo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 2901 cc | 5200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 562 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.5 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4386 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1184 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |