Australia vs Australia — 1968 vs 1971
| Falcon GT-HO Phase III | Falcon GT-HO Phase III (XY) | |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 300 hp | 300 hp |
| Torque | 360 lb-ft | 369 lb-ft |
| Engine Size | 5,763 cc | 5,766 cc |
| 0-60 mph | 6.4 sec | 6.4 sec |
| Top Speed | 145 mph | 142 mph |
| ¼ Mile | 14.4 sec | 14.4 sec |
| Wheelbase | 2,819 mm | 2,819 mm |
| Length | 4,908 mm | 4,870 mm |
| Units Produced | 300 | 300 |
| Value (Excellent) | $1,500,000 | $1,500,000 |
| Collectibility | 5/10 | 5/10 |
| Rarity | 10/10 | 9/10 |
It's a closely fought contest. The 1968 Ford Falcon GT-HO Phase III brings higher top speed to the table, and the 1971 Ford Falcon GT-HO Phase III (XY) answers with quicker acceleration. Both are excellent machines that reward their owners in different ways — there's no wrong answer here.
Few model names carry as much weight as the Ford Falcon GT-HO. The 1968 and 1971 iterations represent different chapters in this storied nameplate's history, each reflecting the priorities and technologies of its era. On paper, the two are remarkably close in power output, with the 1968 Ford Falcon GT-HO Phase III producing 300 hp and the 1971 Ford Falcon GT-HO Phase III (XY) delivering 300 hp. Under the hood, the contrast is notable: the Ford Falcon GT-HO uses a V8 OHV 16V displacing 5,763 cc, while the Ford Falcon relies on a V8 OHV with 5,766 cc. In the sprint to 60 mph, the 1971 Ford Falcon GT-HO Phase III (XY) edges ahead at 6.4 seconds versus 6.4 seconds. Both trade at comparable values on the collector market, making the choice between them largely one of personal preference.