1978 Ford Falcon vs. 2011 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2011 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Cayenne (400 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1978 Ford Falcon. (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 685 kg more than 1978 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Porsche Cayenne (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Falcon. (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Falcon | 2011 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Falcon | Cayenne |
Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3273 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 263 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 2065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4846 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1938 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1712 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2896 mm |