2009 Ferrari F430 vs. 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago

To start off, both 2009 Ferrari F430 and 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,495 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago (631 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2009 Ferrari F430. (503 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago should accelerate faster than 2009 Ferrari F430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago weights approximately 277 kg more than 2009 Ferrari F430. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ferrari F430. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago 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 Lamborghini Murcielago (660 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ferrari F430. (470 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ferrari F430.

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