2011 Luxgen Luxgen7 vs. 1976 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2011 Luxgen Luxgen7 is newer by 35 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 65 more horse power than 2011 Luxgen Luxgen7. (173 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2011 Luxgen Luxgen7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Luxgen Luxgen7 weights approximately 355 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, 2011 Luxgen Luxgen7, 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 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Luxgen Luxgen7. (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Luxgen Luxgen7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Luxgen Luxgen7 | 1976 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Luxgen | Ford |
| Model | Luxgen7 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 422 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 5-speed automated manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4845 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1876 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1768 mm | 1390 mm |
