1955 Ford Vedette vs. 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 4,961 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo (493 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 427 more horse power than 1955 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo weights approximately 305 kg more than 1955 Ford Vedette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Ford Vedette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo (510 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Vedette.
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1955 Ford Vedette | 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
Model | Vedette | Gallardo |
Year Released | 1955 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2158 cc | 4961 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2570 mm |