2001 Ford Falcon vs. 1963 Steyr 700C
To start off, 2001 Ford Falcon is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Steyr 700C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Steyr 700C would be higher. At 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Falcon (220 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1963 Steyr 700C. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1963 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Falcon weights approximately 975 kg more than 1963 Steyr 700C. 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, 2001 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Steyr 700C. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Steyr 700C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Falcon | 1963 Steyr 700C | |
| Make | Ford | Steyr |
| Model | Falcon | 700C |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1963 |
| Engine Size | 3983 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 1950 mm |
