2006 Chevrolet SSR vs. 1971 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 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 272 more horse power than 1971 Ford Falcon. (129 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Ford Falcon weights approximately 282 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet SSR.
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 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Falcon. (259 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet SSR | 1971 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | SSR | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 3273 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2830 mm |
