1989 Ford Mustang vs. 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 19 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 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 423 more horse power than 1989 Ford Mustang. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Mustang.
Because 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo 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, 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 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Mustang. (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Mustang | 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
| Model | Mustang | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 4961 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 512 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2570 mm |
