1972 Lamborghini Miura vs. 2009 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2009 Ford Falcon is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Lamborghini Miura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Lamborghini Miura would be higher. At 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Lamborghini Miura (435 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2009 Ford Falcon. (261 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Falcon weights approximately 804 kg more than 1972 Lamborghini Miura.
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, 1972 Lamborghini Miura (403 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Falcon. (391 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1972 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Falcon. 2009 Ford Falcon has automatic transmission and 1972 Lamborghini Miura has manual transmission. 1972 Lamborghini Miura will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Falcon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Lamborghini Miura | 2009 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Ford |
| Model | Miura | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4967 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2838 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 68 L |
