2000 Ford Mustang vs. 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,203 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo (560 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 2000 Ford Mustang. (265 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo weights approximately 202 kg more than 2000 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo (540 Nm) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Mustang. (408 Nm). This means 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Mustang | 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
Model | Mustang | Gallardo |
Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 5203 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 560 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 540 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.9 mm | 92.8 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2560 mm |