2000 Ford Falcon vs. 1999 Vector M12
To start off, 2000 Ford Falcon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Vector M12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Vector M12 would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Vector M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Vector M12 (484 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 2000 Ford Falcon. (268 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Vector M12 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vector M12 weights approximately 332 kg more than 2000 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Vector M12 (576 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Falcon. (420 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1999 Vector M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Falcon | 1999 Vector M12 | |
Make | Ford | Vector |
Model | Falcon | M12 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 5707 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 484 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 576 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2750 mm |