1996 Ford Ranger vs. 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo (562 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 444 more horse power than 1996 Ford Ranger. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Ranger weights approximately 55 kg more than 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo.
Because 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ford Ranger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo (539 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Ranger. (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Ranger | 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
| Model | Ranger | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2507 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 562 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 539 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4387 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1166 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2560 mm |
