1976 Ford Falcon vs. 2010 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2010 Dodge Ram is newer by 34 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 44 more horse power than 2010 Dodge Ram. (212 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2010 Dodge Ram.
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 (491 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Ram. (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Falcon | 2010 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Ford | Dodge |
Model | Falcon | Ram |
Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 491 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2900 mm |