1998 Ford Falcon vs. 1961 Triumph TR3
To start off, 1998 Ford Falcon is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Triumph TR3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Triumph TR3 would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Falcon (221 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1961 Triumph TR3. (101 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1961 Triumph TR3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Falcon weights approximately 611 kg more than 1961 Triumph TR3. 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, 1998 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Triumph TR3. (172 Nm @ 3350 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Triumph TR3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Falcon | 1961 Triumph TR3 | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Falcon | TR3 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 2138 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3350 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 904 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 53 L |
