1976 Ford Falcon vs. 2011 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2011 GMC Yukon is newer by 35 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, 2011 GMC Yukon (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1976 Ford Falcon. (256 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1039 kg more than 1976 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 GMC Yukon. (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 GMC Yukon. 2011 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 1976 Ford Falcon has manual transmission. 1976 Ford Falcon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Falcon | 2011 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Falcon | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 491 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 2624 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3302 mm |
