2008 Ford GT vs. 2000 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2008 Ford GT is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford GT (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 2000 Ford Falcon. (268 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford GT weights approximately 222 kg more than 2000 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, 2008 Ford GT (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Falcon. (420 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Falcon. 2000 Ford Falcon has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford GT has manual transmission. 2008 Ford GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford Falcon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford GT | 2000 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | GT | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105.8 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 68 L |
