1998 Ferrari 456M vs. 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ferrari 456M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ferrari 456M would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari 456M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo (520 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1998 Ferrari 456M. (435 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 1998 Ferrari 456M.
Because 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ferrari 456M. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1998 Ferrari 456M (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo. (511 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari 456M | 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lamborghini |
| Model | 456M | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 520 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 511 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 90 L |
