1970 Ford Cortina vs. 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Cortina 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 (562 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 518 more horse power than 1970 Ford Cortina. (44 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo weights approximately 640 kg more than 1970 Ford Cortina. 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 1970 Ford Cortina. 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 467 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Cortina. (73 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Cortina | 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
| Model | Cortina | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 5203 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 562 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2570 mm |
