1997 Ford F-250 vs. 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 6,800 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo (560 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1997 Ford F-250. (306 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-250 weights approximately 880 kg more than 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 Ford F-250 (575 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo. (540 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo. 1997 Ford F-250 has automatic transmission and 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo has manual transmission. 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Ford F-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1997 Ford F-250 | 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
Model | F-250 | Gallardo |
Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 6800 cc | 5203 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 560 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 575 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2380 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2560 mm |