1995 Lamborghini Cala vs. 2011 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2011 Ford Taurus is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lamborghini Cala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lamborghini Cala would be higher. At 3,900 cc (10 cylinders), 1995 Lamborghini Cala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lamborghini Cala (400 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2011 Ford Taurus. (263 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lamborghini Cala should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Taurus weights approximately 531 kg more than 1995 Lamborghini Cala.
Because 1995 Lamborghini Cala is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Lamborghini Cala. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford Taurus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Ford Taurus (337 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lamborghini Cala. (316 Nm). This means 2011 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lamborghini Cala. 2011 Ford Taurus has automatic transmission and 1995 Lamborghini Cala has manual transmission. 1995 Lamborghini Cala will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford Taurus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lamborghini Cala | 2011 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Ford |
| Model | Cala | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3900 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 337 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1821 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1935 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2868 mm |
