1989 Ford Mustang vs. 2005 Lamborghini Murcielago
To start off, 2005 Lamborghini Murcielago is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 6,192 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Lamborghini Murcielago is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lamborghini Murcielago (563 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 474 more horse power than 1989 Ford Mustang. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lamborghini Murcielago should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lamborghini Murcielago weights approximately 400 kg more than 1989 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Lamborghini Murcielago is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Lamborghini Murcielago (650 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 474 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Mustang. (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Lamborghini Murcielago will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Mustang.
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1989 Ford Mustang | 2005 Lamborghini Murcielago | |
Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
Model | Mustang | Murcielago |
Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2299 cc | 6192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 563 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 650 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2670 mm |