View Full Version : Comparison of Power - Gallardo & R8 Engines


DamienR8
07-31-2006, 09:11 AM
So the 2006 Gallardo SE has 520 HP and weighs in at 3153lbs (not 100% sure about weight). I have seen 0-60 times ranging from 4 - 4.3 seconds.

From the perspective of the RS4, the 4.2 V8 has shown 0-60 times ranging from 4.3 - 4.6 seconds even though Audi claimed a conservative 4.8 seconds.

My Question: Based on what we know up until this point, what can you predict about the specifications of the R8 based on the following categories (Please do not be conservative with these numbers):

Power:
Weight:
0-60 time:


My answer:
Power: 420 HP V8 FSI
Weight: 3300
0-60: 4.2

RXBG
07-31-2006, 11:18 AM

DamienR8
07-31-2006, 11:29 AM

John J Szobocsan
07-31-2006, 11:37 AM
There is one significant difference between the Lambo and the R8 that should be pointed out. The Audi R8 is top speed restricted to 250 kph or 155 mph whilst the Lamborghini has a top end of nearly 200 mph. This difference would allow Audi engineers to alter the gearing of the R8 compared to that of the Gallardo; therefore, with shorter gear ratios, the R8 could post quick 0 - 60 mph times; even considering a horsepower deficit.

Only a thought.

-J

RS4-2007
07-31-2006, 11:55 AM
He is hoping for 2,953 horsepower in the R8 ;-)

Seriously- he is looking for some input from one of the other enthusiasts who post in this forum

DamienR8
07-31-2006, 11:57 AM
I didn't even take gear ratios and other determining factors into consideration...Good that you pointed that out.

DamienR8
07-31-2006, 12:03 PM

JohnLZ7W
07-31-2006, 01:38 PM

2953
08-03-2006, 06:11 AM
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RXBG
08-03-2006, 10:22 AM

2953
08-06-2006, 10:15 AM
...<font color="003355"> Yep. But no so much as not wanting to tell <i>per se</i>, but rather preferring to keep my job for a while longer.</font>

RS4-2007
08-08-2006, 09:49 AM
I like your style....
:-)

John J Szobocsan
08-10-2006, 07:04 AM