2012 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Porsche 911 would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo weights approximately 45 kg more than 2012 Porsche 911.
Both vehicles are all wheel drive (AWD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Porsche 911. (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Porsche 911. 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo has automatic transmission and 2012 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2012 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 | 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | Porsche | Lamborghini |
| Model | 911 | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4465 mm | 4345 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1808 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1184 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 20.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 80 L |
