2007 Dodge Ram vs. 1976 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Falcon (256 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Ram. (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 758 kg more than 1976 Ford Falcon.
Because 2007 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram will offer significantly more control. 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, 1976 Ford Falcon (491 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Ram. (408 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 1976 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Ram | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 5763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 491 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2830 mm |
