2003 Ford Falcon vs. 1959 Land Rover 109
To start off, 2003 Ford Falcon is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Land Rover 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Land Rover 109 would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Falcon (220 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1959 Land Rover 109. (67 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1959 Land Rover 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Land Rover 109 weights approximately 185 kg more than 2003 Ford Falcon.
Because 1959 Land Rover 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Land Rover 109 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Land Rover 109. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Land Rover 109.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Falcon | 1959 Land Rover 109 | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | Falcon | 109 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3984 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 357 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2780 mm |