1999 Holden Berlina vs. 2012 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2012 Ford Falcon is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Holden Berlina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Holden Berlina would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Berlina (302 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2012 Ford Falcon. (265 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Falcon weights approximately 57 kg more than 1999 Holden Berlina.
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, 1999 Holden Berlina (460 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Falcon. (409 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Holden Berlina | 2012 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Holden | Ford |
Model | Berlina | Falcon |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5665 cc | 3983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 409 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | LPG |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1757 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4955 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1868 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2838 mm |