1976 Ford Falcon vs. 1986 Italdesign Machimoto
To start off, 1986 Italdesign Machimoto is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Falcon 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 119 more horse power than 1986 Italdesign Machimoto. (137 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1986 Italdesign Machimoto.
Because 1976 Ford Falcon is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Italdesign Machimoto, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Italdesign Machimoto. (171 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Italdesign Machimoto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Falcon | 1986 Italdesign Machimoto | |
| Make | Ford | Italdesign |
| Model | Falcon | Machimoto |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 491 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1540 mm |
