2000 Ford Falcon vs. 1960 Morgan 4
To start off, 2000 Ford Falcon is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Falcon (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1960 Morgan 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1960 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Falcon weights approximately 595 kg more than 1960 Morgan 4. 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, 2000 Ford Falcon (420 Nm) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Morgan 4. (72 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Falcon | 1960 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Ford | Morgan |
Model | Falcon | 4 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4940 cc | 997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 72 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2450 mm |