Lamborghini Gallardo vs Porsche Carrera GT

How does the Lamborghini Gallardo stack up against the Porsche Carrera GT? We put their headline specs side by side so you can see exactly where each car leads.

Lamborghini GallardoLamborghini Gallardo
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Porsche Carrera GTPorsche Carrera GT
SpecLamborghini GallardoPorsche Carrera GT
Horsepower (max)570 hp612 hp
0-100 km/h (fastest)3.4 s3.9 s
Top speed325 km/h330 km/h
Variants61
Body styleMid-engine V10Roadster
GenerationType 140980
Production2003 – 20132004 – 2007
Length4,345 mm4,613 mm
Width1,900 mm1,921 mm
Height1,165 mm1,166 mm
Wheelbase2,560 mm2,730 mm

Lamborghini Gallardo vs Porsche Carrera GT: common questions

Is the Lamborghini Gallardo or Porsche Carrera GT faster?
The Lamborghini Gallardo is quicker, hitting 0-60 mph in 3.2s versus the Porsche Carrera GT's 3.7s (0-100 km/h in 3.4s vs 3.9s).
Which has more horsepower, the Lamborghini Gallardo or the Porsche Carrera GT?
The Porsche Carrera GT makes more power: 612 hp (456 kW) versus 570 hp (425 kW) for the Lamborghini Gallardo.
Is the Lamborghini Gallardo or Porsche Carrera GT faster on top speed?
The Porsche Carrera GT has the higher top speed at 205 mph (330 km/h), versus 202 mph (325 km/h) for the Lamborghini Gallardo.
What is the main difference between the Lamborghini Gallardo and the Porsche Carrera GT?
The Lamborghini Gallardo is a mid-engine v10, while the Porsche Carrera GT is a roadster. That difference in body style drives most of the others.