1963 Ford Falcon Futura 4-Door Sedan
The Falcon Futura 4-door combined upscale trim with practical family sedan utility in Ford's compact lineup.
3T16U188388
6 Cyl. 170 C.I.
Engine
4-Door Sedan
Body
Metuchen, NJ
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1963 Ford Falcon Futura
VIN Breakdown
| Position | Value | Decoded |
|---|---|---|
| Year Code | 3 | 1963 |
| Plant Code | T | Metuchen, NJ |
| Model Code | 16 | Falcon Futura |
| Engine Code | U | 6 Cyl. 170 C.I. |
| Serial Number | 188388 | Production #188388 |
Basic Information
MakeFord
ModelFalcon Futura
Year1963
Body Style4-Door Sedan
ManufacturerFord Motor Company
EraMuscle Car Era
Engine & Details
Engine6 Cyl. 170 C.I.
Cylinders6
Displacement170 CID
Horsepower101 HP
Compression Ratio8.7:1
Carburetor1 BC
TransmissionM & A
Assembly PlantMetuchen, NJ
Plant CodeT
Pattern SourceFord
Confidence95%
Original Specifications
Width70.8
Length181.1
Rear tread54.5
Wheelbase109.5
Front tread55
Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)
Powertrain Details Enhanced Data
Axle Type
Semifloating
Pricing & Production Enhanced Data
Original Base Price
$2165.00
No. Produced
31736
Dimensions Enhanced Data
Width
70.8
in.
Length
181.1
in.
Additional Specifications Enhanced Data
Main Bearings
4
Block Material
Cast Iron
Engine Numbers
Last letter in serial no.
Type
Inline Valve-in-head
Lubrication
Pressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
Rated Horsepower
29.4
hp
Displacement
144.32
cu. in.
Engine No. Location
Plate on left front door pillar post.
Colors
Exterior Colors
Color Options (14)
Ignition System
Distributor and coil
Exhaust System
Single
Battery
12
V
Radiator
Fin and tube
Cooling System
Centrifugal pump with thermostat
Cooling System
8.75 Quarts
Fuel Type
84 octane
Optional Equipment
Fordomatic automatic transmission
Optional Equipment
170 cu. in. Inline 6 engine
Optional Equipment
Pushbutton Radio
Optional Equipment
Power brakes
Optional Equipment
Power steering
Steering Gear
Recirculating ball and nut
Front Suspension
Independent ball joint with coil springs
Rear Suspension
Longitudinal leaf spring
Drive
Rear wheel drive
Spare Location
Trunk
Tire Size
6 x 13
Series
Falcon Futura 6
Make
Ford
Origin
United States
Model Year
1963
Model Number
54B
Body Maker
Ford
Service
Hydraulic self-adjusting
Brake Size
9
in.
Emergency
Rear service brakes
Oil
3.5
qt.
Rear Differential
2.5
pt.
Transmission
2.25
pt.
Fuel
14
gal.
Carburetor
Own
Brake Horsepower
85@4200
hp
Torque
134@2000
ft/lbs
Valve Lifters
Hydraulic
Compression Ratio-Std
8.7
:1
Type
Single downdraft
Cylinders
6
Front Tread
55
in.
Wheelbase
109.5
in.
Rear Tread
54.5
in.
Differential
Hypoid
Differential Ratio
3.10
:1
Clutch Size
8.5 inches
Clutch Type
Single plate dry disc
No. Of Gears
3
1st
3.29
:1
2nd
1.83
:1
3rd
1
:1
5th
Not applicable
:1
Reverse
4.48
:1
B
&s 3 1/2 & 2 1/2
Enhanced Data Note: The enhanced vehicle data shown above represents the base vehicle configuration as manufactured. Individual vehicles may vary depending on factory options and modifications made throughout the vehicle's history.