1970 Ford Falcon vs. 2012 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 42 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 143 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. (104 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 83 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, 2012 Volkswagen Passat, 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 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ford Falcon | 2012 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Falcon | Passat |
Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 482 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1547 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4771 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1516 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2712 mm |