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Direct to the point: a head-to-head Italian hybrid showdown
Two of Italy's most talked-about hybrid supercars — the Lamborghini Temerario and the Ferrari SF90 Stradale — went wheel-to-wheel in a series of drag, rolling and braking tests. Both cars share a 4.0-liter V8 twin‑turbo hybrid architecture and all-wheel drive, but subtle differences in power, mass and tuning decided the outcome on the strip.
What makes these rivals so close — and different
Temerario arrives from Sant Agata as Lamborghini's successor to the Huracan V10, adopting a plug‑in hybrid layout that pairs a twin‑turbo V8 with three electric motors. It's clearly aimed at competitors like the McLaren Artura and Ferrari 296, but this comparison put it up against Ferrari's flagship SF90 Stradale.
- Engine: both use a 4.0L V8 twin‑turbo hybrid setup.
- Drivetrain: both are all‑wheel drive with an 8‑speed dual‑clutch transmission.
- Power and weight: Ferrari — 1,000 hp and ~1,670 kg; Lamborghini — 920 hp and ~1,790 kg.
Quarter‑mile and launch performance
On raw acceleration the battle was razor thin. The Temerario delivered strong launches early in the shootouts and posted a best quarter‑mile time of 9.8 seconds — an impressive result for Lamborghini's first mainstream V8 hybrid. But when the SF90 nailed a perfect launch, its higher output and lighter curb weight edged it ahead, finishing the 400‑meter run in 9.7 seconds.
Key takeaway: on paper the numbers are close; in practice, the Ferrari's extra 80 hp and 120 kg advantage translate into marginally quicker straight‑line pace.
Braking and rolling tests
Ferrari also shone in braking trials. In a 160 km/h stopping test the SF90 stopped shorter than the heavier Temerario. Rolling starts were another area where the SF90 asserted dominance — consistent wins in each of the three rolling stages demonstrated the benefit of its higher power‑to‑weight ratio and calibration for mid‑range pull.
Market context and what comes next
Price tags reflect different positioning: the Temerario targets a slightly more accessible segment while the SF90 commands a much higher base price. With Ferrari planning new halo models like the 849 Testarossa by late 2026 and Lamborghini expanding its lineup with cars such as the Revuelto, the competition in the hybrid supercar class will only intensify.
Bottom line: The Temerario is an impressive, credible hybrid supercar and very competitive in a straight fight. But when every millisecond counts, the SF90 Stradale’s higher power and lower weight give it the narrow edge in acceleration, braking and rolling performance.
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