1993 Cadillac Allante vs. 2008 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2008 Ford Falcon is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Cadillac Allante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Cadillac Allante would be higher. At 4,563 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Cadillac Allante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Cadillac Allante (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2008 Ford Falcon. (261 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac Allante should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Cadillac Allante weights approximately 4 kg more than 2008 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Ford Falcon is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac Allante, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1993 Cadillac Allante (393 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Falcon. (391 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1993 Cadillac Allante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Cadillac Allante | 2008 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Allante | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4563 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1708 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4967 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2838 mm |
