1978 Ford Falcon vs. 2011 Pagani Huayra
To start off, 2011 Pagani Huayra is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Pagani Huayra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Pagani Huayra (700 HP) has 571 more horse power than 1978 Ford Falcon. (129 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Pagani Huayra should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Falcon weights approximately 30 kg more than 2011 Pagani Huayra.
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, 2011 Pagani Huayra (740 Nm) has 477 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Falcon. (263 Nm). This means 2011 Pagani Huayra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Falcon | 2011 Pagani Huayra | |
| Make | Ford | Pagani |
| Model | Falcon | Huayra |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 700 HP |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 740 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4605 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2036 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1169 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2795 mm |
