1972 Chevrolet DeVille vs. 2012 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2012 Ford Falcon is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet DeVille would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Falcon (362 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet DeVille. (233 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Falcon weights approximately 20 kg more than 1972 Chevrolet DeVille. 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, 2012 Ford Falcon (533 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chevrolet DeVille. (495 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chevrolet DeVille.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet DeVille | 2012 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | DeVille | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5732 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 233 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 533 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4967 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2838 mm |
