1976 Ford Falcon vs. 2006 Pontiac SV 6
To start off, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 is newer by 30 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Falcon (238 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2006 Pontiac SV 6. (196 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2006 Pontiac SV 6.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Ford Falcon (422 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Pontiac SV 6. (289 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Pontiac SV 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Falcon | 2006 Pontiac SV 6 | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Falcon | SV 6 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3080 mm |
