1966 Ford Falcon vs. 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa
To start off, 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,480 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa (252 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1966 Ford Falcon. (106 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 381 kg more than 1966 Ford Falcon. 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, 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Falcon. (188 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Falcon | 1987 Lamborghini Jalpa | |
| Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
| Model | Falcon | Jalpa |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2782 cc | 3480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1119 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 80 L |
