2010 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Aston Martin DB9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Aston Martin DB9 would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 210 kg more than 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo.
Because 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Aston Martin DB9. 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, 2010 Aston Martin DB9 (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo. (540 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2010 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo. 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo has automatic transmission and 2010 Aston Martin DB9 has manual transmission. 2010 Aston Martin DB9 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Aston Martin DB9 | 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Lamborghini |
| Model | DB9 | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 470 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4712 mm | 4345 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1184 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2741 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 20.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
