1976 Ford Falcon vs. 1967 MG MGC
To start off, 1976 Ford Falcon is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 MG MGC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 MG MGC would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Falcon (238 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1967 MG MGC. (148 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1967 MG MGC.
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 (422 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 MG MGC. (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 MG MGC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Falcon | 1967 MG MGC | |
| Make | Ford | MG |
| Model | Falcon | MGC |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2912 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2560 mm |
