2000 Ford ST 460 vs. 1976 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2000 Ford ST 460 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 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 1976 Ford Falcon. (129 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford ST 460 should accelerate faster than 1976 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, 1976 Ford Falcon (263 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford ST 460. (178 Nm). This means 1976 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford ST 460.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford ST 460 | 1976 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | ST 460 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 3273 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 460 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2830 mm |
