1976 Ford Taunus vs. 2010 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2010 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lamborghini Gallardo (550 HP) has 493 more horse power than 1976 Ford Taunus. (57 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lamborghini Gallardo weights approximately 360 kg more than 1976 Ford Taunus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Gallardo (539 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 447 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Taunus. (92 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Taunus | 2010 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
| Model | Taunus | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 550 HP |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 539 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4346 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1166 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 90 L |
