1965 Ford Corsair vs. 2006 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2006 Ford Falcon is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Falcon (220 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1965 Ford Corsair. (76 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Falcon weights approximately 535 kg more than 1965 Ford Corsair. 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, 2006 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ford Corsair. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Ford Corsair | 2006 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Corsair | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1663 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.4 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 59 L |
