1969 Ford GT 40 vs. 2002 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2002 Ford Falcon is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2002 Ford Falcon. (221 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Falcon weights approximately 555 kg more than 1969 Ford GT 40.
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, 2002 Ford Falcon (357 Nm) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2002 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford GT 40. 2002 Ford Falcon has automatic transmission and 1969 Ford GT 40 has manual transmission. 1969 Ford GT 40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Ford Falcon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford GT 40 | 2002 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | GT 40 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 59 L |
