2004 Ford Falcon vs. 1965 MG MGB
To start off, 2004 Ford Falcon is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 MG MGB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 MG MGB would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Falcon (220 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1965 MG MGB. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1965 MG MGB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Falcon weights approximately 609 kg more than 1965 MG MGB. 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, 2004 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 MG MGB. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 MG MGB.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Falcon | 1965 MG MGB | |
| Make | Ford | MG |
| Model | Falcon | MGB |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2320 mm |
