1960 Ford Taunus vs. 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 5,203 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo (560 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 507 more horse power than 1960 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo weights approximately 534 kg more than 1960 Ford Taunus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Ford Taunus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo (540 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 429 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Taunus. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ford Taunus | 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
| Model | Taunus | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 5203 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 560 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 12.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 90 L |
