1981 Ford Falcon vs. 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,961 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo (523 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 414 more horse power than 1981 Ford Falcon. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Falcon weights approximately 40 kg more than 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo.
Because 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo (511 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Falcon. (228 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Falcon | 2007 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
| Model | Falcon | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 4961 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 523 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 511 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2570 mm |
