1999 Ferrari Maranello vs. 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ferrari Maranello. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ferrari Maranello would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo (561 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1999 Ferrari Maranello. (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 1999 Ferrari Maranello. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 215 kg more than 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo.
Because 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Ferrari Maranello. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1999 Ferrari Maranello (563 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo. (540 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1999 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo.
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1999 Ferrari Maranello | 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
Make | Ferrari | Lamborghini |
Model | Maranello | Gallardo |
Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5474 cc | 5204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 478 HP | 561 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 563 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 12.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 80 L |