1982 Ford Falcon vs. 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph
To start off, 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (322 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1982 Ford Falcon. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph weights approximately 1030 kg more than 1982 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (490 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Falcon. (228 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Ford Falcon | 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph | |
Make | Ford | Rolls-Royce |
Model | Falcon | Silver Seraph |
Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3271 cc | 5379 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 322 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 490 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 2400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3120 mm |