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Is a Ford Falcon a V8?

Yes, the Ford Falcon is available with a V8 engine option. The Ford Falcon is a mid-size car that was produced by Ford Motor Company from 1960 to 1970 in the United States, and from 1960 to 2016 in Australia.


Detailed Answer


The Ford Falcon was offered with a variety of engine options over its production run, including both inline-six and V8 configurations. The V8 engines available in the Falcon ranged in displacement from 260 cubic inches (4.3 liters) up to 351 cubic inches (5.8 liters).


Some of the specific V8 engine options for the Ford Falcon included:



  • 260 cubic inch (4.3 liter) V8

  • 289 cubic inch (4.7 liter) V8

  • 302 cubic inch (4.9 liter) V8

  • 351 cubic inch (5.8 liter) V8


The availability of V8 power in the Falcon was an important factor in its popularity, as it provided more performance and power compared to the standard inline-six engines. The V8 options allowed the Falcon to be marketed as a more powerful and sporty alternative to other mid-size cars of the era.

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