1970 Ford Falcon vs. 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Falcon (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton. (237 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 851 kg more than 1970 Ford Falcon.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton 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, 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Falcon. (482 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Falcon | 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Falcon | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 482 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 2315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5179 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1903 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1901 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3001 mm |
