Ferrari 488 GTB vs. Lamborghini Aventador
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Ferrari 488 GTB and Lamborghini Aventador contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Ferrari 488 GTB and the Lamborghini Aventador.
When we compare the Ferrari 488 GTB's and the Lamborghini Aventador's specifications and ratings, the Ferrari 488 GTB has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency. The Lamborghini Aventador has the advantage in the areas of resale value and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Ferrari 488 GTB's and the Lamborghini Aventador's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Pricing: A used 2019 Ferrari 488 GTB ranges from $230,941 to $298,252 while a used 2019 Lamborghini Aventador is priced between $414,448 to $787,436.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Ferrari 488 GTB loses 22.9 percent of its value and the Lamborghini Aventador loses 19.9 percent of its value. This means the Lamborghini Aventador retains 2.9 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Ferrari 488 GTB.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Ferrari 488 GTB’s base engine makes 660 horsepower, and the Lamborghini Aventador base engine makes 730 horsepower. The 488 GTB is rated to deliver an average of 18 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 453 miles. The Aventador is rated to deliver an average of 11 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 338 miles. This gives the Ferrari 488 GTB the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Lamborghini Aventador. Both models use premium unleaded.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$262,647
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Exotic Sports Cars)
$292,697
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Exotic Sports Cars)
$149,995 - $958,966
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$417,650
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Exotic Sports Cars)
$292,697
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Exotic Sports Cars)
$149,995 - $958,966
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$274,277
Price Range:
$230,941 - $298,252
Category Avg Price:
(Exotic Sports Cars)
$312,449
Category Avg Price Range:
(Exotic Sports Cars)
$94,026 - $1,309,842
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
3
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
14,642
# Good or Great Deals:
0
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$649,203
Price Range:
$414,448 - $787,436
Category Avg Price:
(Exotic Sports Cars)
$312,449
Category Avg Price Range:
(Exotic Sports Cars)
$94,026 - $1,309,842
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
8
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
7,646
# Good or Great Deals:
0
Ferrari 488 GTB Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
9.1 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Lamborghini Aventador Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
9.3 / 10
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Ferrari 488 GTB
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Lamborghini Aventador
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
2.8
Typical Category Recalls:
(Exotic Sports Cars)
1.9
Category Range for Recalls:
(Exotic Sports Cars)
0.7 - 3.7
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
3.4
Typical Category Recalls:
(Exotic Sports Cars)
1.9
Category Range for Recalls:
(Exotic Sports Cars)
0.7 - 3.7
Ferrari 488 GTB Rankings
Not yet available
Lamborghini Aventador Rankings
Available Body Styles
Coupe
Available Body Styles
Coupe
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Ferrari 488 GTB Trim Levels
Base
Lamborghini Aventador Trim Levels
LP 740-4 S, LP 770-4 SVJ
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years
Warranty, Powertrain:
3 years
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years
Warranty, Powertrain:
3 years
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
660 hp @ 8000 rpm
Torque:
561 foot-lbs @ 3000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.203 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
730 hp @ 8400 rpm
Torque:
509 foot-lbs @ 5500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.210 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.9 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
15 / 22 / 18
Range (city/hwy):
309 / 453 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
6.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
12
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
9 / 15 / 11
Range (city/hwy):
203 / 338 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Paddle Shifters:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bench Seats:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power outlet:
Standard
Satellite radio:
N/A
Voice Recognition:
N/A
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bench Seats:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
Not yet available
Front Leg Room:
Not yet available
Front Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
8.1 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
Not yet available
Front Leg Room:
Not yet available
Front Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
4.9 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3252 lbs
Width:
76.9 inches
Height:
47.8 inches
Length:
179.8 inches
Wheelbase:
104.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3472 lbs
Width:
89.2 inches
Height:
44.7 inches
Length:
188.9 inches
Wheelbase:
106.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.5 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
20.0 x 9.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
245/35ZR20
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
20.0 x 9.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
255/30ZR20
Exterior Colors
Beige
Avorio
Black
Nero Daytona Metallic / Nero DS 1250
Blue
Azzurro California Metallic / Blu Abu Dhabi Metallic / Blu Mirabeau Metallic / Blu Pozzi / Blu Scozia / Blu Swaters / Blu Tour De France Metallic
Gray
Argento Nurburgring Metallic / Canna Di Fucile / Grigio Alloy Metallic / Grigio Ferro Metallic / Grigio Ingrid Metallic / Grigio Scuro / Grigio Silverstone Metallic / Grigio Titanio Metallic
Green
Verde British
Orange
Rosso Dino
Purple
Rosso Fiorano
Red
Rosso Corsa / Rosso Mugello / Rosso Scuderia
White
Bianco Avus
Yellow
Giallo Modena
Gold
Not available
Exterior Colors
Beige
Not available
Black
Nero Alderbaran / Nero Nemesis Matt Finish / Nero Pegaso Metallic
Blue
Azzurro Thetys Metallic / Blu Aegir Pearl / Blu Caelum Ad Personam Metallic / Blu Cepheus Ad Personam Pearl / Blu Fontus Metallic / Blu Glauco / Blu Hera Metallic / Blu Nereid Metallic / Blu Nethuns Ad Personam Metallic / Blu Nila Glittered / Blu Sideris Special Metallic
Gray
Grigio Adamas Matt Finish / Grigio Antares Metallic / Grigio Estoque Metallic / Grigio Lynx Metallic / Grigio Telesto Pearl / Grigio Titans Matt Finish
Green
Verde Ermes Metallic / Verde Ithaca Pearl / Verde Mantis Pearl Effect / Verde Scandal
Orange
Arancio Argos Pearl / Arancio Atlas Pearl
Purple
Viola Pasifae Pearl
Red
Marrone Apus Matt Finish / Rosso Bia Glittered / Rosso Efesto Ad Personam Metallic / Rosso Leto Metallic / Rosso Mars Metallic
White
Balloon White Pearl / Bianco Canopus Matt Finish / Bianco Isi
Yellow
Giallo Evros / Giallo Horus Matt Finish / Giallo Spica / Giallo Tenerife Pearl
Gold
Oro Elios Ad Personam Metallic
Interior Colors
Beige
Beige Tradizione / Crema / Sabbia / Tortora
Black
Charcoal / Nero
Blue
Blu Medio / Blu Sterling / Carta Da Zucchero
Brown
Bordeaux / Cioccolato / Cuoio / Iroko / Terra Bruciata
Red
Rosso Ferrari
Gray
Not available
Green
Not available
Orange
Not available
White
Not available
Yellow
Not available
Interior Colors
Beige
Sabbia Nefertem
Black
Nero Ade / Nero Ade with Arancio Dryope / Nero Ade with Arancio Leonis / Nero Ade with Bianco Leda / Nero Ade with Blu Amon / Nero Ade with Giallo Taurus / Nero Ade with Rosso Alala / Nero Ade with Verde Fauns
Blue
Nero Ade with Blu Amon
Brown
Terra Dirce / Terra Emilia / Terra Semele
Red
Nero Ade with Rosso Alala
Gray
Marrone Elpis
Green
Nero Ade with Verde Faunus
Orange
Nero Ade with Arancio Dryope / Nero Ade with Arancio Leonis
White
Nero Ade with Bianco Leda
Yellow
Nero Ade with Giallo Taurus
