1966 Ford Falcon vs. 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 45 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 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo (562 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 456 more horse power than 1966 Ford Falcon. (106 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo weights approximately 221 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.
Because 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo (539 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Falcon. (188 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Falcon | 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
| Model | Falcon | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2782 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 562 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 539 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1119 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4387 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1166 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 90 L |
