1966 Ford Falcon vs. 2008 Honda NSX
To start off, 2008 Honda NSX is newer by 42 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1966 Ford Falcon. (106 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda NSX weights approximately 327 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, 2008 Honda NSX (298 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Falcon. (188 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Ford Falcon | 2008 Honda NSX | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Falcon | NSX |
Year Released | 1966 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2782 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.7 mm | 78 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1119 kg | 1446 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 70 L |