2000 Ford Falcon vs. 1997 Volkswagen W12
To start off, 2000 Ford Falcon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volkswagen W12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volkswagen W12 would be higher. At 5,600 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen W12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volkswagen W12 (420 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2000 Ford Falcon. (268 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen W12 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Falcon weights approximately 98 kg more than 1997 Volkswagen W12.
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 Volkswagen W12 (719 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Falcon. (420 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen W12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Falcon. 1997 Volkswagen W12 has automatic transmission and 2000 Ford Falcon has manual transmission. 2000 Ford Falcon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Volkswagen W12 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Falcon | 1997 Volkswagen W12 | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Falcon | W12 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 719 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
