2006 Chevrolet SSR vs. 1964 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (401 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1964 Ford Falcon. (282 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet SSR weights approximately 378 kg more than 1964 Ford Falcon. 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, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Falcon. (244 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet SSR | 1964 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | SSR | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2890 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 20.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 700 kg |
