1973 Ferrari 312 vs. 2012 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2012 Ford Falcon is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ferrari 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ferrari 312 would be higher. At 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ferrari 312 (478 HP @ 12500 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 2012 Ford Falcon. (265 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari 312 should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Falcon weights approximately 1157 kg more than 1973 Ferrari 312.
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. 2012 Ford Falcon has automatic transmission and 1973 Ferrari 312 has manual transmission. 1973 Ferrari 312 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ford Falcon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ferrari 312 | 2012 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 312 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 478 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 12500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | LPG |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 1757 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4955 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 910 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2838 mm |
