2008 Ferrari F430 vs. 1995 Lamborghini P140
To start off, 2008 Ferrari F430 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lamborghini P140. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lamborghini P140 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 @ 8500 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1995 Lamborghini P140. (372 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1995 Lamborghini P140. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 239 kg more than 1995 Lamborghini P140. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 @ 5250 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lamborghini P140. (390 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lamborghini P140.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ferrari F430 | 1995 Lamborghini P140 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lamborghini |
| Model | F430 | P140 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4309 cc | 3960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 490 HP | 372 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 315 km/hour | 299 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.1 seconds | 5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1286 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1230 mm |
