Dirt Duel: Lamborghini Huracan Sterrato Vs. Porsche 911 Dakar

Key Differences between the two rugged supercars

Both cars have been outfitted with a plethora of off-road hardware, interior upgrades, and additional drive modes over the standard models. We’re talking jacked-up ride heights, and chunky off-road tires to tackle the dirt. The off-road Lambo Sterrato boasts a special all-wheel-drive system designed to claw its way up anything you dare point it at. The 911 Dakar features a familiar Porsche AWD setup found on the outgoing 992.1 generation GTS, that prioritizes stability over pure aggression – think conquering dunes, not climbing sheer rock faces.

Huracan Sterrato Vs. 911 Dakar: Performance numbers compared

Under the hood, the mid-engined Sterrato packs a fire-breathing naturally aspirated 5.2-liter V10 that traces its lineage back to the old Gallardo and R8 and pumps out a glorious 602 horsepower and 413 pound-feet of torque. 0-60 mph comes up in 3.4 seconds. Now, that’ll happen on dirt too, if you’re brave enough that is. The rear-engined 911 Dakar, meanwhile counters with a twin-turbocharged flat-six that, while packing slightly less punch at 473 horsepower and 420 pound-feet of torque, manages the same 0-60 mph time thanks to a lighter curb weight and some clever gearing.

Picking a winner? That is totally subjective and depends on your use case. The Sterrato is all about the drama, the operatic display of power, the "look at me conquer this dirt!" kind of vibe. The 911 Dakar in typical Porsche fashion is a sophisticated adventurer. These are both extravagant toys for a special kind of gearhead – the kind who laughs in the face of dusty trails and longs for the thrill of a supercar that can handle them. But regardless, of whichever path your tires carve, remember: you’ll be doing it in unparalleled style.