1979 Ford Mustang vs. 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago
To start off, 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 6,192 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago (571 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 484 more horse power than 1979 Ford Mustang. (87 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago weights approximately 462 kg more than 1979 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago 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, 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago (650 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 489 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Mustang. (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Mustang.
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1979 Ford Mustang | 2007 Lamborghini Murcielago | |
Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
Model | Mustang | Murcielago |
Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 6192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 571 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 650 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1188 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2670 mm |