1972 Dodge Challenger vs. 1976 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1976 Ford Falcon is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Dodge Challenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Dodge Challenger would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Falcon (256 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Challenger. (241 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Challenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Falcon weights approximately 180 kg more than 1972 Dodge Challenger. 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, 1976 Ford Falcon (491 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Challenger. (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Challenger.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Challenger | 1976 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Challenger | Falcon |
Year Released | 1972 | 1976 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5562 cc | 5763 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 241 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 491 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2830 mm |