2001 Ford Mustang vs. 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,961 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo (512 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 2001 Ford Mustang. (260 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Mustang.
Because 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo (510 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Mustang. (410 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Mustang.
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2001 Ford Mustang | 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
Model | Mustang | Gallardo |
Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 4961 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 512 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 90 L |