2008 Ferrari F430 vs. 1972 Lamborghini Espada
To start off, 2008 Ferrari F430 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Lamborghini Espada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Lamborghini Espada would be higher. At 4,309 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ferrari F430 (490 HP) has 140 more horse power than 1972 Lamborghini Espada. (350 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1972 Lamborghini Espada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Lamborghini Espada weights approximately 110 kg more than 2008 Ferrari F430.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Lamborghini Espada. (393 Nm). This means 2008 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Lamborghini Espada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ferrari F430 | 1972 Lamborghini Espada | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lamborghini |
| Model | F430 | Espada |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4309 cc | 3938 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 490 HP | 350 HP |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 315 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |
