1979 Ford LTD vs. 1987 Lamborghini Portofino
To start off, 1987 Lamborghini Portofino is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford LTD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford LTD would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lamborghini Portofino (225 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1979 Ford LTD. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lamborghini Portofino should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford LTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford LTD weights approximately 90 kg more than 1987 Lamborghini Portofino.
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, 1987 Lamborghini Portofino (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford LTD. (302 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1987 Lamborghini Portofino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford LTD. 1979 Ford LTD has automatic transmission and 1987 Lamborghini Portofino has manual transmission. 1987 Lamborghini Portofino will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Ford LTD will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford LTD | 1987 Lamborghini Portofino | |
Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
Model | LTD | Portofino |
Year Released | 1979 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3485 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 302 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 110 L |