1959 Ford Zodiac vs. 2010 Lamborghini Murcielago
To start off, 2010 Lamborghini Murcielago is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 6,500 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Lamborghini Murcielago is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lamborghini Murcielago (670 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 594 more horse power than 1959 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lamborghini Murcielago should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lamborghini Murcielago weights approximately 373 kg more than 1959 Ford Zodiac. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Lamborghini Murcielago is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Ford Zodiac. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Lamborghini Murcielago 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, 2010 Lamborghini Murcielago (660 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 472 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Zodiac. (188 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Lamborghini Murcielago will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford Zodiac | 2010 Lamborghini Murcielago | |
| Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
| Model | Zodiac | Murcielago |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2552 cc | 6500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 670 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 660 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1192 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2057 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1135 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2664 mm |
