2008 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo (561 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 364 more horse power than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider. (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 305 kg more than 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo.
Because 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo (540 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lamborghini |
| Model | Spider | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 5204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 561 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 12.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 228 km/hour | 324 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
