1976 Ford Falcon vs. 2012 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2012 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 36 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 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda BT-50 (141 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1976 Ford Falcon. (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 486 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.
Because 2012 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, 2012 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, 2012 Mazda BT-50 (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Falcon. (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Falcon | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3010 mm |
