1971 Ford Falcon vs. 2011 GMC Savana
To start off, 2011 GMC Savana is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Savana (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1971 Ford Falcon. (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Savana weights approximately 1147 kg more than 1971 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 GMC Savana (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Falcon. (259 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Ford Falcon | 2011 GMC Savana | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | Falcon | Savana |
Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3273 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 259 Nm | 452 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 2507 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2126 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3429 mm |