Australia vs Australia — 1968 vs 1971
| Falcon GT-HO Phase III | Falcon XA GT RPO 83 Hardtop | |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 300 hp | 300 hp |
| Torque | 360 lb-ft | 360 lb-ft |
| Engine Size | 5,763 cc | 5,763 cc |
| 0-60 mph | 6.4 sec | 6.8 sec |
| Top Speed | 145 mph | 137 mph |
| ¼ Mile | 14.4 sec | 14.6 sec |
| Wheelbase | 2,819 mm | 2,819 mm |
| Length | 4,908 mm | 4,880 mm |
| Units Produced | 300 | 250 |
| Value (Excellent) | $1,500,000 | $1,200,000 |
| Collectibility | 5/10 | 5/10 |
| Rarity | 10/10 | 10/10 |
It's a closely fought contest. The 1968 Ford Falcon GT-HO Phase III brings quicker acceleration, higher top speed to the table, and the 1971 Ford Falcon XA GT RPO 83 Hardtop answers with better value. 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 XA GT RPO 83 Hardtop delivering 300 hp. In the sprint to 60 mph, the 1968 Ford Falcon GT-HO Phase III edges ahead at 6.4 seconds versus 6.8 seconds. Each of these machines offers a unique window into the era that produced it, making both worthy of consideration by collectors and drivers alike.