Porsche Carrera GT

vs

Lamborghini Reventón

Germany vs Italy — 2004 vs 2007

Porsche Carrera GT (2004)
Lamborghini Reventón (2007)
Specifications
Carrera GT V10Reventón
Horsepower612 hp650 hp
Torque435 lb-ft
Engine Size5,733 cc6,496 cc
0-60 mph3.5 sec
Top Speed205 mph
¼ Mile11.2 sec
Wheelbase2,730 mm2,665 mm
Length4,613 mm4,700 mm
Units Produced1,27020
Value (Excellent)$2,000,000$4,000,000
Collectibility5/105/10
Rarity9/1010/10
The Verdict

It's a closely fought contest. The 2004 Porsche Carrera GT V10 brings better value to the table, and the 2007 Lamborghini Reventón answers with greater rarity. Both are excellent machines that reward their owners in different ways — there's no wrong answer here.

Overview

The rivalry between Germany and Italy automotive industries has produced legendary matchups, and the 2004 Porsche Carrera GT V10 versus 2007 Lamborghini Reventón is among the most fascinating. These two cars represent the best of their national engineering schools. The 2007 Lamborghini Reventón holds a clear advantage in raw power with 650 hp compared to 612 hp, a 38-horsepower difference that shapes the driving experience. Under the hood, the contrast is notable: the Porsche Carrera GT uses a V10 DOHC 40V displacing 5,733 cc, while the Lamborghini Reventón relies on a V12 with 6,496 cc. Rarity plays a significant role here — with only 20 units built, the 2007 Lamborghini Reventón is considerably scarcer than the Porsche Carrera GT's 1,270 examples.