1976 Ford Falcon vs. 1991 Italdesign M12
To start off, 1991 Italdesign M12 is newer by 15 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 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Italdesign M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Italdesign M12 (300 HP) has 62 more horse power than 1976 Ford Falcon. (238 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Italdesign M12 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Falcon.
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, 1991 Italdesign M12 (450 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Falcon. (422 Nm). This means 1991 Italdesign M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Falcon | 1991 Italdesign M12 | |
| Make | Ford | Italdesign |
| Model | Falcon | M12 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2600 mm |
