1964 Ford Falcon vs. 2010 GMC Savana
To start off, 2010 GMC Savana is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Savana (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1964 Ford Falcon. (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Savana weights approximately 1702 kg more than 1964 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 GMC Savana (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Falcon. (244 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Falcon. 2010 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 1964 Ford Falcon has manual transmission. 1964 Ford Falcon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Ford Falcon | 2010 GMC Savana | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | Falcon | Savana |
Year Released | 1964 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2890 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 452 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 2402 kg |