1976 Ford Falcon vs. 2012 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayenne 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 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Cayenne (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1976 Ford Falcon. (256 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 410 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 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne 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 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Porsche Cayenne. (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Porsche Cayenne.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Falcon | 2012 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Falcon | Cayenne |
Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 491 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4846 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1939 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1712 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2896 mm |