1967 Chevrolet Chevelle vs. 2012 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2012 Ford Falcon is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle would be higher. At 6,478 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle (375 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2012 Ford Falcon. (261 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Falcon weights approximately 104 kg more than 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle.
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, 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle (563 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Falcon. (391 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle | 2012 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Chevelle | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6478 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 563 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1868 mm |
