1987 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 4,961 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo (512 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 364 more horse power than 1987 Ford Crown Victoria. (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Crown Victoria.
Because 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ford Crown Victoria. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo (510 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Crown Victoria. (367 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Crown Victoria.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Crown Victoria | 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
| Model | Crown Victoria | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4961 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 512 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2570 mm |
