1982 Ford Fairlane vs. 1968 Lamborghini Espada
To start off, 1982 Ford Fairlane is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Lamborghini Espada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Lamborghini Espada would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Lamborghini Espada (325 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1982 Ford Fairlane. (125 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lamborghini Espada should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Lamborghini Espada weights approximately 80 kg more than 1982 Ford Fairlane. 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, 1968 Lamborghini Espada (374 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Fairlane. (296 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1968 Lamborghini Espada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Fairlane. 1982 Ford Fairlane has automatic transmission and 1968 Lamborghini Espada has manual transmission. 1968 Lamborghini Espada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Ford Fairlane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Ford Fairlane | 1968 Lamborghini Espada | |
Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
Model | Fairlane | Espada |
Year Released | 1982 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 3929 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2660 mm |