Which is better: 2017 Aston Martin V12 Vantage or 2014 Lamborghini Gallardo?

It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2017 Aston Martin V12 Vantage vs 2014 Lamborghini Gallardo on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.

Which costs less: 2017 Aston Martin V12 Vantage or 2014 Lamborghini Gallardo?

Based on starting MSRP, the 2017 Aston Martin V12 Vantage starts lower at $186,195.

Which has better startingMsrp: 2017 Aston Martin V12 Vantage or 2014 Lamborghini Gallardo?

The 2017 Aston Martin V12 Vantage leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (186,195).

Which has better combinedMpg: 2017 Aston Martin V12 Vantage or 2014 Lamborghini Gallardo?

The 2014 Lamborghini Gallardo leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (16).

Which has better horsepower: 2017 Aston Martin V12 Vantage or 2014 Lamborghini Gallardo?

The 2014 Lamborghini Gallardo leads on horsepower in this comparison (570).

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Aston Martin V12 Vantage vs Lamborghini Gallardo

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

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2017 Aston Martin V12 Vantage

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2014 Lamborghini Gallardo

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Overview

Spec	Aston Martin V12 VantageBase	Lamborghini GallardoLP 550-2
Selected trim	Base	LP 550-2
Body style	Coupe	Coupe
Drivetrain	rear wheel drive	rear wheel drive
Fuel type	premium unleaded (required)	premium unleaded (required)
Transmission	7-speed automated manual	6-speed automated manual
Engine type	gas	gas
Model year	2017	2014

Pricing & market

Spec	Aston Martin V12 VantageBase	Lamborghini GallardoLP 550-2
MSRP	$186,195 (best)	$191,900
For sale now	0	0

Fuel economy & range

Spec	Aston Martin V12 VantageBase	Lamborghini GallardoLP 550-2
Combined MPG	14 MPG	16 MPG (best)
City MPG	12 MPG	14 MPG (best)
Highway MPG	18 MPG	20 MPG (best)
Fuel tank	21.1 gal	23.8 gal (best)

Performance

Spec	Aston Martin V12 VantageBase	Lamborghini GallardoLP 550-2
Horsepower	563 hp (best)	550 hp
Torque	457 lb-ft (best)	397 lb-ft
Engine size	5.9 L (best)	5.2 L
Cylinders	V12	V10

Size & capability

Spec	Aston Martin V12 VantageBase	Lamborghini GallardoLP 550-2
Seating	2 seats	2 seats
Doors	2	2
Cargo volume	10.6 cu ft (best)	—
Curb weight	3,671 lbs	3,042 lbs (best)
Wheelbase	102.4 in (best)	100.8 in
Length	172.6 in (best)	171.1 in
Width	73.4 in	74.8 in (best)
Height	49.2 in (best)	45.9 in

Safety & recalls

Spec	Aston Martin V12 VantageBase	Lamborghini GallardoLP 550-2
Open recalls (YMM scope)	None reported (best)	1

Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.

Trim overview

All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.

Trim	Aston Martin V12 Vantage	Lamborghini Gallardo
1	Base $186,195 MSRP(Currently comparing)	LP 550-2 $191,900 MSRP(Currently comparing)
2	Base $197,395 MSRP	LP 550-2 $191,900 MSRP
3	Roadster $200,695 MSRP	LP 560-2 50 Anniversario $198,900 MSRP
4	Roadster $211,895 MSRP	LP 560-4 $202,000 MSRP
5	—	LP 560-4 $202,000 MSRP
6	—	LP 550-2 Spyder $209,500 MSRP
7	—	LP 560-4 Spyder $225,400 MSRP
8	—	LP 560-4 Spyder $225,400 MSRP
9	—	LP 570-4 Superleggera Edizione Tecnica $241,200 MSRP
10	—	LP 570-4 Superleggera Edizione Tecnica $241,200 MSRP
11	—	LP 570-4 Spyder Performante Edizione Tecnica $251,600 MSRP
12	—	LP 570-4 Spyder Performante Edizione Tecnica $251,600 MSRP

Aston Martin V12 Vantage vs Lamborghini Gallardo FAQ

Which is better: 2017 Aston Martin V12 Vantage or 2014 Lamborghini Gallardo?: It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2017 Aston Martin V12 Vantage vs 2014 Lamborghini Gallardo on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2017 Aston Martin V12 Vantage or 2014 Lamborghini Gallardo?: Based on starting MSRP, the 2017 Aston Martin V12 Vantage starts lower at $186,195.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2017 Aston Martin V12 Vantage or 2014 Lamborghini Gallardo?: The 2017 Aston Martin V12 Vantage leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (186,195).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2017 Aston Martin V12 Vantage or 2014 Lamborghini Gallardo?: The 2014 Lamborghini Gallardo leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (16).
Which has better horsepower: 2017 Aston Martin V12 Vantage or 2014 Lamborghini Gallardo?: The 2014 Lamborghini Gallardo leads on horsepower in this comparison (570).