Australia vs Australia — 1979 vs 2002
| Falcon XD ESP V8 | Falcon FPV GT GT-P 5.4 V8 | |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 224 hp | 421 hp |
| Torque | 280 lb-ft | 420 lb-ft |
| Engine Size | 4,942 cc | 5,409 cc |
| 0-60 mph | 8.0 sec | 4.8 sec |
| Top Speed | 127 mph | 168 mph |
| ¼ Mile | 15.5 sec | 13.0 sec |
| Weight | 3,197 lbs | 4,034 lbs |
| Wheelbase | 2,770 mm | 2,831 mm |
| Length | 4,775 mm | 4,945 mm |
| Value (Excellent) | $70,000 | $80,000 |
| Collectibility | 7/10 | 7/10 |
| Rarity | 5/10 | 5/10 |
It's a closely fought contest. The 1979 Ford Australia Falcon XD ESP V8 brings lighter weight, better value to the table, and the 2002 Ford Australia Falcon FPV GT GT-P 5.4 V8 answers with more power, quicker acceleration, higher top speed. 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 Australia Falcon XD. The 1979 and 2002 iterations represent different chapters in this storied nameplate's history, each reflecting the priorities and technologies of its era. The 2002 Ford Australia Falcon FPV GT GT-P 5.4 V8 holds a clear advantage in raw power with 421 hp compared to 224 hp, a 197-horsepower difference that shapes the driving experience. Under the hood, the contrast is notable: the Ford Australia Falcon XD uses a V8 OHV displacing 4,942 cc, while the Ford Australia Falcon FPV GT relies on a V8 DOHC Supercharged with 5,409 cc. In the sprint to 60 mph, the 2002 Ford Australia Falcon FPV GT GT-P 5.4 V8 edges ahead at 4.8 seconds versus 8.0 seconds. The Ford Australia Falcon XD carries a weight advantage, tipping the scales 837 lbs lighter. Each of these machines offers a unique window into the era that produced it, making both worthy of consideration by collectors and drivers alike.