1997 Ford Falcon vs. 1991 Italdesign M12
To start off, 1997 Ford Falcon is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Italdesign M12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Italdesign M12 would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Falcon (301 HP) has 1 more horse power than 1991 Italdesign M12. (300 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1991 Italdesign M12.
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, 1997 Ford Falcon (515 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Italdesign M12. (450 Nm). This means 1997 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Italdesign M12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Falcon | 1991 Italdesign M12 | |
| Make | Ford | Italdesign |
| Model | Falcon | M12 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 4988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 304 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2600 mm |
