1958 Ford Consul vs. 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Consul would be higher. At 4,966 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo (520 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 473 more horse power than 1958 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Consul.
Because 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Ford Consul. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo (511 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Consul. (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ford Consul | 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
| Model | Consul | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1702 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 520 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 511 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 90 L |
