1966 Ford Falcon vs. 2004 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 38 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 5,736 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (605 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 499 more horse power than 1966 Ford Falcon. (106 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche Carrera GT weights approximately 261 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (591 Nm) has 403 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Falcon. (188 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Falcon | 2004 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Falcon | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2782 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 605 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 591 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.7 mm | 76 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1119 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 92 L |
