1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT vs. 2000 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2000 Ford Falcon is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Falcon (268 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT. (104 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Falcon weights approximately 482 kg more than 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT. 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, 2000 Ford Falcon (420 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT. (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT. 2000 Ford Falcon has automatic transmission and 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT has manual transmission. 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford Falcon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fairthorpe TX-GT | 2000 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Ford |
| Model | TX-GT | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.7 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 68 L |
