2010 Volkswagen CC vs. 1976 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen CC is newer by 34 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Falcon (238 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen CC. (138 HP @ 2000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen CC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 75 kg more than 1976 Ford Falcon.
Because 1976 Ford Falcon is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen CC, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (422 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen CC. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen CC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Volkswagen CC | 1976 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Ford |
| Model | CC | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1800 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 422 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automated manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4799 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1855 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1417 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2708 mm | 2830 mm |
