Falcon XT (BA) Wagon or Commy Exec Wagon??

Hi all, I MAY soon have the choice between the two above vehicles and with 30 extra kws, 16 inch rubber,sport shift yadi yadi yadi, does anyone know if the Falcon XT wagon handles like a bitch with the live axle rear end? The only thing I can see the VY exec wagon having over the falcon is an independant arse end. Can any of the experts present advise me please?