1990 Ford Mustang vs. 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago
To start off, 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 6,495 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago (631 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 542 more horse power than 1990 Ford Mustang. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago weights approximately 485 kg more than 1990 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago (660 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 484 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Mustang. (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Mustang | 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago | |
| Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
| Model | Mustang | Murcielago |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2301 cc | 6495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 631 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 660 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2670 mm |
