2004 Ford GT vs. 1969 Lamborghini Islero
To start off, 2004 Ford GT is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lamborghini Islero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lamborghini Islero would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford GT (494 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1969 Lamborghini Islero. (345 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1969 Lamborghini Islero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford GT weights approximately 140 kg more than 1969 Lamborghini Islero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Ford GT (679 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lamborghini Islero. (393 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lamborghini Islero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford GT | 1969 Lamborghini Islero | |
| Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
| Model | GT | Islero |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 494 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 679 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105.8 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 305 km/hour | 260 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.9 seconds | 6.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 80 L |
