1982 Ford Falcon vs. 2011 Koenigsegg Agera
To start off, 2011 Koenigsegg Agera is newer by 29 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Koenigsegg Agera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Koenigsegg Agera (927 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 818 more horse power than 1982 Ford Falcon. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Koenigsegg Agera should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Falcon weights approximately 80 kg more than 2011 Koenigsegg Agera.
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 Koenigsegg Agera (1,100 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 872 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Falcon. (228 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Koenigsegg Agera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Ford Falcon | 2011 Koenigsegg Agera | |
Make | Ford | Koenigsegg |
Model | Falcon | Agera |
Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3271 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 927 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 1100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4293 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1996 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2660 mm |