2007 GMC Savana vs. 1976 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2007 GMC Savana 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Savana (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1976 Ford Falcon. (256 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Savana weights approximately 1028 kg more than 1976 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, 1976 Ford Falcon (491 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 GMC Savana. (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 GMC Savana.
Compare all specifications:
2007 GMC Savana | 1976 Ford Falcon | |
Make | GMC | Ford |
Model | Savana | Falcon |
Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 5763 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 491 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2613 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2830 mm |