1976 Ford Falcon vs. 2011 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2011 Mazda BT-50 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 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Falcon (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2011 Mazda BT-50. (141 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 486 kg more than 1976 Ford Falcon.
Because 2011 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mazda BT-50 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, 2011 Mazda BT-50 (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Falcon. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Falcon | 2011 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Falcon | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
