1971 Ford Falcon vs. 1999 Panoz AIV
To start off, 1999 Panoz AIV is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Panoz AIV (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1971 Ford Falcon. (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Ford Falcon weights approximately 180 kg more than 1999 Panoz AIV.
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 Panoz AIV (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Falcon. (259 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford Falcon | 1999 Panoz AIV | |
| Make | Ford | Panoz |
| Model | Falcon | AIV |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2650 mm |
