1966 Ford Falcon vs. 1999 Ford Econoline
To start off, 1999 Ford Econoline is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Econoline (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1966 Ford Falcon. (106 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Econoline should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Econoline weights approximately 1266 kg more than 1966 Ford Falcon. 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, 1999 Ford Econoline (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Falcon. (188 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Econoline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Ford Falcon | 1999 Ford Econoline | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Falcon | Econoline |
Year Released | 1966 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2782 cc | 5407 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1119 kg | 2385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3510 mm |