1999 Ford Focus vs. 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Focus would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo (562 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 433 more horse power than 1999 Ford Focus. (129 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo weights approximately 140 kg more than 1999 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo (540 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Focus. (178 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Focus. 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo has automatic transmission and 1999 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 1999 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Focus | 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
| Model | Focus | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 562 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4386 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1165 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 90 L |
