• The 1963 Falcon was available in three body designs: the sedan, the convertible and the station wagon. The '63 Falcon was an important precursor to the Mustang, which was released in the middle of 1964. The Falcon was designed as a compact and fuel-efficient car but lacked a powerful engine option. Classic Falcons are still on the market and offer a less expensive alternative to the more popular Mustang. However, the specifications of the vehicle do change. For this reason, the specifications of the 1963 model should be kept in mind when looking for one to purchase.
  
  

Dimensions

• The sedan and convertible models shared the same dimensions. They featured a wheelbase of 109.5 inches. Their total length was 181.1 inches. They were 70.8 inches wide and 54.5 inches in height. Their front-tire tread was 55 inches. Their rear-tire tread was 54.5 inches. The station wagon featured a wheelbase of 115.5 inches. The wagon's total length was 181.1 inches. The station wagon was 70.8 inches wide and 54.5 inches in height. The front tire tread was 57 inches. The rear tire tread was 56 inches.
  
  

Engines

• The base-model engine was the 144-cubic inch six-cylinder engine. The 144 produced 85 horsepower and 138 lb-ft of torque. The 260-cubic inch eight-cylinder was optional equipment beginning in the middle of the 1963 production year. The 260 produced 164 horsepower and 258 lb-ft of torque.
  
  

Brakes

• The 1963 Falcon was available only with drum brakes. Each drum was 10 inches in width as measured from the interior of the drum.
  
  

Capacities

• The Falcon's fuel tank held a maximum of 16 gallons of gasoline. The 144 engine held 3.5 quarts of oil. The 260 engine held four quarts of oil. The transmission held 2.25 quarts of fluid. The cooling system stored 8.5 gallons of coolant. The rear differential held five pints of gear oil.
  
  

Base Price

• The base price for the two-door sedan was $2,118. The base price for the convertible model was $2,470. The base price for the station wagon was $2,341.