1976 Ford Falcon vs. 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 5,203 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo (560 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 322 more horse power than 1976 Ford Falcon. (238 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo weights approximately 25 kg more than 1976 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo (540 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Falcon. (422 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Falcon | 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
| Model | Falcon | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 5203 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 560 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2560 mm |
