2008 Ford Mustang vs. 1974 Lamborghini Bravo

To start off, 2008 Ford Mustang is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lamborghini Bravo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lamborghini Bravo would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1974 Lamborghini Bravo. (297 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1974 Lamborghini Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mustang weights approximately 25 kg more than 1974 Lamborghini Bravo. 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, 2008 Ford Mustang (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lamborghini Bravo. (327 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lamborghini Bravo.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Ford Mustang 1974 Lamborghini Bravo
Make Ford Lamborghini
Model Mustang Bravo
Year Released 2008 1974
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 4606 cc 2996 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 300 HP 297 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 7800 RPM
Torque 434 Nm 327 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1110 kg 1085 kg
Vehicle Length 4770 mm 3750 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1050 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2260 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 61 L 120 L


 

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