1966 Ford Falcon vs. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 2,782 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford Falcon (106 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter weights approximately 1151 kg more than 1966 Ford Falcon.
Because 1966 Ford Falcon is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Volkswagen Transporter (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Falcon. (188 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Transporter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Ford Falcon | 2007 Volkswagen Transporter | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Falcon | Transporter |
Year Released | 1966 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2782 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.7 mm | 95.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1119 kg | 2270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2000 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 80 L |