1979 Ford Falcon vs. 2011 SSC Aero
To start off, 2011 SSC Aero is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 SSC Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SSC Aero (1,062 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 933 more horse power than 1979 Ford Falcon. (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SSC Aero should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Falcon weights approximately 87 kg more than 2011 SSC Aero.
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, 2011 SSC Aero (1,357 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 1094 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Falcon. (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 SSC Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford Falcon | 2011 SSC Aero | |
Make | Ford | SSC |
Model | Falcon | Aero |
Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3271 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 1062 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 263 Nm | 1357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1293 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1090 mm |