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When did Ford stop making the Falcon GT?

When did Ford stop making the Falcon GT?

Ford Falcon GT. The Ford Falcon GT is an automobile produced by Ford Australia from 1967 to 1976 as the performance version of its Falcon model range. Its production was resumed by a joint venture in 1992 and 1997 with Tickford, and between 2003 and 2014 with Prodrive, the latter being marketed as the FPV GT.

What kind of engine does the FG Falcon have?

The GT-P and GT are powered by high performance 5.4 litre quad-cam 32 valve V8 engines that produce a maximum power output of 315kW at 6500 rpm and maximum 551Nm of torque at 4750 rpm.

How much did a Tickford GT Falcon cost?

Tickford built a total of just 265 EB GT’s including 15 for New Zealand; price: $62,500 in 1992 and 1993. Back then a Fairmont Ghia V8 sold for about $43,000 and today would cost around $49,990.00. It was good to see the GT back even if it was a prisoner of its past.

What’s the top speed of a Ford Falcon?

With a maximum top speed of – mph ( km/h), a curb weight of – lbs ( kgs), the Falcon (XA – XB) 5.8 V8 has a naturally-aspirated V 8 cylinder engine, Petrol motor. This engine produces a maximum power of 253 PS (250 bhp – 186 kW) at 4600 rpm and a maximum torque of 481.0 Nm (354 lb.ft) at 4600 rpm.

Is the Ford Falcon GT still in production?

The following Sunday, 2 July, Ford announced the cancellation of the Phase IV program. At this stage, one production car had been sent down the line, and three XA GT sedans were in various stages of construction to Phase IV specs at Ford Special Vehicles, Ford’s internal race division.

The GT-P and GT are powered by high performance 5.4 litre quad-cam 32 valve V8 engines that produce a maximum power output of 315kW at 6500 rpm and maximum 551Nm of torque at 4750 rpm.

How much horsepower does a Ford Falcon GT HO have?

The first GT-HO variant produced 300 bhp (224 kW; 304 PS) due to a larger carburetor, and changes to the camshaft and intake. Changes also were made to the suspension, including stiffer shock absorbers and springs and larger-diameter roll bars.

When did Ford stop making Tickford Falcon GT?

From 2003, with Tickford bought out by Prodrive, FTE was replaced by the new owner’s Ford Performance Vehicles (FPV) joint venture with Ford Australia. This change led to the GT badge becoming a permanent fixture of the Falcon range, with the aim of more closely competing against rival Holden ‘s HSV.

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