1971 Ford Falcon vs. 2000 Ford ST 460
To start off, 2000 Ford ST 460 is newer by 29 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), 2000 Ford ST 460 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford ST 460 (460 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 331 more horse power than 1971 Ford Falcon. (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford ST 460 should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford Falcon.
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, 1971 Ford Falcon (259 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford ST 460. (178 Nm). This means 1971 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford ST 460.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford Falcon | 2000 Ford ST 460 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Falcon | ST 460 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2000 |
| 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 | 460 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2580 mm |
