1976 Ford Falcon vs. 2010 Porsche 911
To start off, 2010 Porsche 911 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, 2010 Porsche 911 (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1976 Ford Falcon. (256 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Falcon weights approximately 45 kg more than 2010 Porsche 911.
Because 2010 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Porsche 911. (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Falcon | 2010 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Falcon | 911 |
Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 491 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4465 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2350 mm |