2008 Ferrari F430 vs. 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, both 2008 Ferrari F430 and 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,959 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo (523 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2008 Ferrari F430. (490 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2008 Ferrari F430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 195 kg more than 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo.
Because 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ferrari F430. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo (510 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ferrari F430. (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ferrari F430.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ferrari F430 | 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lamborghini |
| Model | F430 | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4309 cc | 4959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 490 HP | 523 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 315 km/hour | 315 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.1 seconds | 3.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.3 L/100km | 17 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 90 L |
