2012 Ford Falcon vs. 1976 Holden Sunbird
To start off, 2012 Ford Falcon is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Holden Sunbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Sunbird would be higher. At 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Falcon (265 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (101 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Sunbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Falcon weights approximately 637 kg more than 1976 Holden Sunbird. 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, 2012 Ford Falcon (409 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Sunbird.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Ford Falcon | 1976 Holden Sunbird | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Falcon | Sunbird |
Year Released | 2012 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3983 cc | 1897 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 409 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | LPG | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | 6-speed automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1757 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4967 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1868 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1433 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2838 mm | 2590 mm |