1970 Ford Falcon vs. 2011 Hyundai i40
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i40 is newer by 41 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 74 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai i40. (173 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai i40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai i40 weights approximately 111 kg more than 1970 Ford Falcon.
Because 1970 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 1970 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai i40, 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, 1970 Ford Falcon (482 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai i40. (213 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai i40.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ford Falcon | 2011 Hyundai i40 | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Falcon | i40 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 482 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1815 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2770 mm |