1988 Lamborghini LM vs. 2010 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2010 Ford Taurus is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lamborghini LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lamborghini LM would be higher. At 5,166 cc (12 cylinders), 1988 Lamborghini LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lamborghini LM (449 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2010 Ford Taurus. (263 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 879 kg more than 2010 Ford Taurus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Lamborghini LM is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford Taurus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Lamborghini LM 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, 1988 Lamborghini LM (510 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Taurus. (337 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Taurus. 2010 Ford Taurus has automatic transmission and 1988 Lamborghini LM has manual transmission. 1988 Lamborghini LM will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford Taurus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1988 Lamborghini LM | 2010 Ford Taurus | |
Make | Lamborghini | Ford |
Model | LM | Taurus |
Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5166 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 449 HP | 263 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 337 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2700 kg | 1821 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5154 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1935 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1542 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2868 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 169 L | 72 L |