2009 Ford Expedition vs. 1972 Lamborghini Espada
To start off, 2009 Ford Expedition is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Lamborghini Espada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Lamborghini Espada would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Lamborghini Espada (350 HP) has 40 more horse power than 2009 Ford Expedition. (310 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Lamborghini Espada should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Lamborghini Espada weights approximately 669 kg more than 2009 Ford Expedition. 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, 2009 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Lamborghini Espada. (393 Nm). This means 2009 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Lamborghini Espada. 2009 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1972 Lamborghini Espada has manual transmission. 1972 Lamborghini Espada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Ford Expedition | 1972 Lamborghini Espada | |
Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
Model | Expedition | Espada |
Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3938 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 350 HP |
Torque | 495 Nm | 393 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1635 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2660 mm |