2009 Ferrari 599 vs. 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, both 2009 Ferrari 599 and 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari 599 (612 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo. (513 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari 599 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ferrari 599. 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, 2009 Ferrari 599 (608 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo. (510 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari 599 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo. 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo has automatic transmission and 2009 Ferrari 599 has manual transmission. 2009 Ferrari 599 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Ferrari 599 | 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
Make | Ferrari | Lamborghini |
Model | 599 | Gallardo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 4961 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 612 HP | 513 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 608 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 331 km/hour | 314 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.7 seconds | 4.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 21.3 L/100km | 17.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 80 L |