1999 Ford Falcon vs. 1968 Rover 2000
To start off, 1999 Ford Falcon is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 3,982 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Falcon (220 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1968 Rover 2000. (142 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1968 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Falcon weights approximately 200 kg more than 1968 Rover 2000. 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, 1999 Ford Falcon (366 Nm @ 3150 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Rover 2000. (272 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Rover 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Falcon | 1968 Rover 2000 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Falcon | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3150 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2640 mm |
