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8 Wild Differences Between The Lamborghini And Ferrari Rivalry
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When it comes to hot wheels, there are two brands that come to mind: Lamborghini and Ferrari. But, when put to the test, which brand is best?
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Ferrari Has More Models (Currently)
When making automobiles, it is important to have a wide variety of options for consumers. Including, but not limited to, family-oriented cars and more sporty alternatives. For brands as exclusive as Ferrari and Lamborghini, though, they have a much more inelastic price range and demand.
Due to this, these businesses take time producing their car. Often times, they do not release successors to previous models until a few years later (Like the Murciélago and Aventador). However, in more recent years, Ferrari has been putting in the work; releasing car after car with more impressive figures each time.
7Lamborghini Focuses More On Road Cars
Although both Ferrari and Lamborghini have a vast array of new, and old, road vehicles, one puts a higher priority on street legal cars than another. Obviously, this is a reference to Lamborghini.
6Lamborghini's Focus On Form
When Lamborghini crafts a new vehicle, it can be described as many things. Nonetheless, "ugly" or "unattractive" is, certainly, none of those adjectives. For millions of car enthusiasts, Lamborghini wins them over with their aesthetics and visuals rather than racing pedigree.
This is not to say that Lamborghini does not make fast cars. On the contrary, actually, as Lamborghinis often break the 200 miles-per-hour barrier and comfortably contend against Porsche, Ferrari, and McLaren. Nevertheless, the hallmark of a true Lamborghini isn't just its logo or power, but the Italian design that goes into every model. To see an example of this, observe the Lamborghini Countach: A car that looked the part, but was as aerodynamic and comfortable as a cinderblock.
5Ferrari's History Begun In Motor Sports
Unlike Lamborghini's pursuit of luxury sports cars during the '60s, Ferrari had a much different start. Even though both companies were brought on by a dream and a love of cars, Ferrari's had a bit of racing in its intentions as well.
4Ferrari Existed Way Before Lamborghini
As mentioned previously, Lamborghini and Ferrari had a very different upbringing. Not only was one more interested in racing than the other, but one had been out way before the other as well. When Lamborghini was founded in 1963, Ferrari had already been in business for about twenty-four years. This extra bit of time gave Ferrari a large market share, and even made Enzo a bit pompous too.
8 Wild Differences Between The Lamborghini And Ferrari Rivalry
When it comes to hot wheels, there are two brands that come to mind: Lamborghini and Ferrari. But, when put to the test, which brand is best?
BY JAMES JACOBSSEP 07, 2019
In such industry as competitive as automotive manufacturing and motor sports, it’s almost a guarantee that a few brands will develop a rivalry. As a matter of fact, this can be observed from as long ago as the 1960’s, when Ferrari and Lamborghini begun their fateful journey as enemies.
Since then, Ferrari and Lamborghini have been engaged in a battle at the highest level of performance; constantly pushing the bounds of what is and isn’t possible. These companies aren’t the same, though, as they have their unique differences. To showcase this, here are eight of the wildest differences throughout the Lamborghini and Ferrari rivalry…
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8Ferrari Has More Models (Currently)
When making automobiles, it is important to have a wide variety of options for consumers. Including, but not limited to, family-oriented cars and more sporty alternatives. For brands as exclusive as Ferrari and Lamborghini, though, they have a much more inelastic price range and demand.
Due to this, these businesses take time producing their car. Often times, they do not release successors to previous models until a few years later (Like the Murciélago and Aventador). However, in more recent years, Ferrari has been putting in the work; releasing car after car with more impressive figures each time.
In all likelihood, this has lit a fire under Lamborghini executives to make new cars that can keep up with their Maranello-based brother.
7Lamborghini Focuses More On Road Cars
Although both Ferrari and Lamborghini have a vast array of new, and old, road vehicles, one puts a higher priority on street legal cars than another. Obviously, this is a reference to Lamborghini.
As Ferrari had been around for quite some time and received their fame from racing, it makes sense why they would hold it in special regard. Lamborghini, though, didn't have the same past. To keep their brand on-track and outdo a giant like Ferrari, Lamborghini put all their best efforts/intentions towards road cars for most of their life.
Of course, Lamborghini participates in motor sports. However, just not to the extent that Scuderia Ferrari does.
6Lamborghini's Focus On Form
When Lamborghini crafts a new vehicle, it can be described as many things. Nonetheless, "ugly" or "unattractive" is, certainly, none of those adjectives. For millions of car enthusiasts, Lamborghini wins them over with their aesthetics and visuals rather than racing pedigree.
This is not to say that Lamborghini does not make fast cars. On the contrary, actually, as Lamborghinis often break the 200 miles-per-hour barrier and comfortably contend against Porsche, Ferrari, and McLaren. Nevertheless, the hallmark of a true Lamborghini isn't just its logo or power, but the Italian design that goes into every model. To see an example of this, observe the Lamborghini Countach: A car that looked the part, but was as aerodynamic and comfortable as a cinderblock.
5Ferrari's History Begun In Motor Sports
Unlike Lamborghini's pursuit of luxury sports cars during the '60s, Ferrari had a much different start. Even though both companies were brought on by a dream and a love of cars, Ferrari's had a bit of racing in its intentions as well.
The young Enzo Ferrari loved motor racing. Not to mention, he was very good at it too. Eventually, he created his own car: The brand we now know as Ferrari. For a good bit of time, Enzo didn't really think about making road cars. That is, until, the abundant success and love from consumers around the globe.
4Ferrari Existed Way Before Lamborghini
As mentioned previously, Lamborghini and Ferrari had a very different upbringing. Not only was one more interested in racing than the other, but one had been out way before the other as well. When Lamborghini was founded in 1963, Ferrari had already been in business for about twenty-four years. This extra bit of time gave Ferrari a large market share, and even made Enzo a bit pompous too.
If you've never heard about the inciting event for the creation of Lamborghini, it's quite a story. After having bought a Ferrari, Ferruccio Lamborghini was less than impressed. He then sent a letter to Enzo, letting him know of his displeasure. In response, Enzo basically told him to pound sand.
This slight was enough to push Lamborghini over the edge. If they couldn't rely on Ferrari for a nice car, they'd just make their own; and do it better too.
3Lamborghinis Are More Expensive
If you're not filthy rich when looking through Dupont Registry or luxury dealerships, the price tag on each vehicle can be very depressing. Of the most expensive, Lamborghini and Ferrari usually sit on the top spot. However, when compared closely, you may find that Lamborghini produces vehicles with an exceptionally high cost compared to Ferrari.
2Lamborghinis Are More Easily Maintained
For a good part of Lamborghini's early history, the manufacturer most definitely prioritized form over function. Ferrari's used to be the most well-built supercars, until Lamborghini was purchased by Audi group.
1Different Unique Designs Between Brands
The biggest, and most notable, differences between these two rivals isn't always their reliability, performance compared to other companies, and so on, but how they differentiate themselves through innovation, beautiful designs, and cultivating inventions.
Think about it in these terms: As a car enthusiast, does the idea of a Lamborghini Aventador being swapped with the Ferrari 488 to become the Lamborghini 488 and Ferrari Aventador seem right? If nothing was changed but the logo, it still wouldn't be. Not just because you know them as a Ferrari or a Lamborghini, but because each of those two manufacturers are vastly different in terms of vehicle design, power output, inspiration, and so on.
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Things You Didn't Know About Lamborghini
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1. Ferruccio Lamborghini was the original Tony Stark.
During WWII, he was stationed on the isolated island of Rhodes as a vehicle maintenance supervisor for the Italian Royal Air Force. Needless to say being stuck on an island in the middle of a war makes it pretty tricky to secure spare parts, forcing Lamborghini to cobble together scraps to keep his machines running. He quickly earned the reputation of being a master mechanic, and an even more prolific tinkerer. Kind of like that time Tony Stark built a nuclear reactor in a cave. But real.
During WWII, he was stationed on the isolated island of Rhodes as a vehicle maintenance supervisor for the Italian Royal Air Force. Needless to say being stuck on an island in the middle of a war makes it pretty tricky to secure spare parts, forcing Lamborghini to cobble together scraps to keep his machines running. He quickly earned the reputation of being a master mechanic, and an even more prolific tinkerer. Kind of like that time Tony Stark built a nuclear reactor in a cave. But real.
2. The first Lamborghinis were tractors, and they're still made today.
Because of that WWII experience, when he got home he started piecing together tractors out of spare parts. People loved them, and his tractor business took off overnight. They're no longer part of the same company, but Lamborghini Trattori are still designed by the same firm that created the Gallardo and the Maserati MC12. They range in price from $30,000 to over $300,000 - the only question is, will your neighbor still give you credit for owning a Lambo?
Because of that WWII experience, when he got home he started piecing together tractors out of spare parts. People loved them, and his tractor business took off overnight. They're no longer part of the same company, but Lamborghini Trattori are still designed by the same firm that created the Gallardo and the Maserati MC12. They range in price from $30,000 to over $300,000 - the only question is, will your neighbor still give you credit for owning a Lambo?
3. Lamborghini was founded because Ferrari used tractor clutches and had crummy customer service.
Ferruccio famously owned a Ferrari 250GT, which he took in to be serviced at the Maranello headquarters after realizing that the clutch was identical to the one being used on his production line. He politely asked Enzo Ferrari for a replacement part, who replied "You're just a silly tractor manufacturer, how could you possibly know anything about sports cars?" Like any red blooded Italian, he spit on the floor, walked out and started designing his own sports car. Four months later he unveiled the Lamborghini 350GTV. Boss.
Ferruccio famously owned a Ferrari 250GT, which he took in to be serviced at the Maranello headquarters after realizing that the clutch was identical to the one being used on his production line. He politely asked Enzo Ferrari for a replacement part, who replied "You're just a silly tractor manufacturer, how could you possibly know anything about sports cars?" Like any red blooded Italian, he spit on the floor, walked out and started designing his own sports car. Four months later he unveiled the Lamborghini 350GTV. Boss.
4. The first Lamborghini didn't even have an engine when they unveiled it.
The 350 GTV may have been the world's first Lambo, and ultimately, it led to the creation of the supercar genre, but when it was first unveiled at the Turin Auto Show it wasn't even finished, so they put a bunch of bricks where the engine should have been and kept the hood shut the entire time.
The 350 GTV may have been the world's first Lambo, and ultimately, it led to the creation of the supercar genre, but when it was first unveiled at the Turin Auto Show it wasn't even finished, so they put a bunch of bricks where the engine should have been and kept the hood shut the entire time.
5. And it was designed by the guy who builds IndyCars now.
Gian Paolo Dallara did much of the Miura's chassis and engineering work, then went on to work in F1, before starting his own race engineering firm, which happens to build every single IndyCar chassis you see today.
Gian Paolo Dallara did much of the Miura's chassis and engineering work, then went on to work in F1, before starting his own race engineering firm, which happens to build every single IndyCar chassis you see today.
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