1978 Ford Mustang vs. 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Mustang 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 382 more horse power than 1978 Ford Mustang. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Mustang.
Because 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Ford Mustang. 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 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Mustang. (339 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Mustang.
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1978 Ford Mustang | 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
Model | Mustang | Gallardo |
Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4941 cc | 4966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 520 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 511 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2560 mm |