2011 Lotus Evora vs. 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2011 Lotus Evora is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo would be higher. At 4,961 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo (523 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 2011 Lotus Evora. (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2011 Lotus Evora.
Because 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Lotus Evora. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo (511 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lotus Evora. (349 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lotus Evora. 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo has automatic transmission and 2011 Lotus Evora has manual transmission. 2011 Lotus Evora will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Lotus Evora | 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | Lotus | Lamborghini |
| Model | Evora | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 4961 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 523 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 511 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4341 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1849 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1222 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2576 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 90 L |
