2002 Ford Explorer vs. 1968 Lamborghini Espada
To start off, 2002 Ford Explorer is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Lamborghini Espada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Lamborghini Espada would be higher. At 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Lamborghini Espada (325 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2002 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lamborghini Espada should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Explorer weights approximately 459 kg more than 1968 Lamborghini Espada.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1968 Lamborghini Espada (374 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Explorer. (335 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Lamborghini Espada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Explorer | 1968 Lamborghini Espada | |
| Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
| Model | Explorer | Espada |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1968 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4009 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1939 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 93 L |
