1984 Ford Falcon vs. 2012 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2012 Nissan 370Z is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan 370Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan 370Z (332 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1984 Ford Falcon. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan 370Z weights approximately 204 kg more than 1984 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, 2012 Nissan 370Z (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Falcon. (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan 370Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Falcon | 2012 Nissan 370Z | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Falcon | 370Z |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4247 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1326 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2550 mm |
