1970 Ford Falcon vs. 2009 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen CC is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen CC (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1970 Ford Falcon. (217 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 872 kg more than 1970 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Volkswagen CC is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen CC 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, 1970 Ford Falcon (408 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen CC. (359 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen CC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Falcon | 2009 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Falcon | CC |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2720 mm |
