1987 Ferrari F40 vs. 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ferrari F40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ferrari F40 would be higher. At 4,959 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo (500 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1987 Ferrari F40. (472 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 1987 Ferrari F40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo weights approximately 326 kg more than 1987 Ferrari F40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ferrari F40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1987 Ferrari F40 (575 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo. (500 Nm). This means 1987 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ferrari F40 | 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lamborghini |
| Model | F40 | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2936 cc | 4959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 472 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.7:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.2 L/100km | 26.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 90 L |
