1959-1963 Falcon OverviewFord Falcon Overview (1959 - 1963)
1959 - 1963
Tech Specs Summary
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- 82 - 105 mph
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- 10.2 - 20.5 seconds
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- 90 - 164 hp
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- 15 - 25 mpg
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- 2,392 - 2,745 lbs
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- 23 ft3 (Sedan)
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- 22.2 ft3 (Coupé)
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- 30 ft3 (Wagon)
The Ford Falcon was produced by the American manufacturer Ford between 1959 - 1963. It's a front engined rear-wheel drive car and came as a sedan, coupé or wagon. There are three power levels available from either a 2.4 L Inline 6 gasoline engine or 4.3 L V8 gasoline engine. It has macpherson strut front suspension and live axle rear suspension.
Performance Pick
If you're interested in performance, the best performance version of the Falcon is the Ford Falcon Sprint 260 V8 which scores 2★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 164 hp and a power/weight ratio of 16.73 lb/hp it has a top speed of 105 mph and gets to 62 mph in 10.2 seconds.
Practicality Pick
If you're more interested in practicality, then the Ford Falcon 144 Wagon is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 3★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 326 miles and can store 30 cubic feet of cargo.