2012 Nissan 370Z vs. 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Nissan 370Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Nissan 370Z 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 230 more horse power than 2012 Nissan 370Z. (332 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan 370Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan 370Z weights approximately 84 kg more than 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo.
Because 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Nissan 370Z. 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 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan 370Z. (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan 370Z. 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo has automatic transmission and 2012 Nissan 370Z has manual transmission. 2012 Nissan 370Z 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:
| 2012 Nissan 370Z | 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | Nissan | Lamborghini |
| Model | 370Z | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 332 HP | 562 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1569 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4247 mm | 4386 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1849 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1326 mm | 1184 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |
