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 4,960 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo (513 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 405 more horse power than 1978 Ford Mustang. (108 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo weights approximately 515 kg more than 1978 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (510 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Mustang. (192 Nm @ 2800 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 | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2786 cc | 4960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 513 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.9 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 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 Weight | 1225 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2570 mm |