1991 Ford Falcon vs. 2009 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2009 Nissan 370Z is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan 370Z (327 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1991 Ford Falcon. (221 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Falcon.
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, 1991 Ford Falcon (388 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan 370Z. (270 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan 370Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Falcon | 2009 Nissan 370Z | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Falcon | 370Z |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
