1969 Dodge Challenger vs. 2012 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2012 Ford Falcon is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Challenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Challenger would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Challenger (317 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2012 Ford Falcon. (265 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Falcon weights approximately 157 kg more than 1969 Dodge Challenger.
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, 1969 Dodge Challenger (545 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Falcon. (409 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Challenger | 2012 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Challenger | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 545 Nm | 409 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | LPG |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1757 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4955 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2838 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 68 L |
