Chronology
Previous model: XL Falcon
Next model: XP Falcon
Date of Introduction
The XM Falcon was introduced February 20, 1964
Sold until February 1965. The XM Falcon was on sale for about 12 months
Model Line Up
XM Falcon Sedan
De Luxe Sedan
Futura Sedan
De Luxe Hardtop
Futura Hardtop
Station Wagon
De Luxe Station Wagon
Squire Station Wagon
Utility
De Luxe Utility
Van
De Luxe Van
Prices at Introduction
Manual Sedan: £1051 ($2102)
Manual Deluxe Sedan: £1114 ($2220)
Futura Sedan: £1288 ($2576)
Deluxe Hardtop: £1215 ($2430)
Number Built
47 132
Identification Information
New remodelled grille featuring 3 vertical bars, new tail lights and new bumper bars front and back
Engines
144
Type: Conventional, water cooled four stroke, reciprocating piston type
Number of Cylinders: Six
Configuration: Front mounted, longitudinal, inline
Head: Cast iron, pushrod and rocker actuated ohv with two valves per cylinder
Capacity: 144 cubic inches (2.36 litres)
Firing order: 1-5-3-6-2-4
Bore and Stroke: 3.50 x 2.50 inches (89 x 64mm)
Power: 96bhp (72kw) at 4200rpm
Torque: 138lbs/ft (187Nm) at 2000rpm
Compression Ratio: 8.7:1
Fuel System: Single throat downdraft type carburettor
Idle RPM Speed: Manual: 500rpm, Automatic: 475rpm
Oil pump Type: Eccentric Rotor
Camshaft Drive Type: Belt Chain and Gears
170 “Pursuit”
Type: Conventional, water cooled four stroke, reciprocating piston type
Number of Cylinders: Six
Configuration: Front mounted, longitudinal, inline
Head: Cast iron, pushrod and rocker actuated ohv with two valves per cylinder
Capacity: 170 cubic inches (2.78 litres)
Firing order: 1-5-3-6-2-4
Bore and Stroke: 3.50 x 2.94 inches (89 x 75mm)
Power: 111bhp (83kw) at 4400rpm
Torque: 156lbs/ft (212Nm) at 2400rpm
Compression Ratio: 8.7:1
Fuel System: Single throat downdraft type carburettor
Idle RPM Speed: Manual: 500rpm, Automatic: 475rpm
Oil pump Type: Eccentric Rotor
Camshaft Drive Type: Belt Chain and Gears
200 “Super Pursuit”
Type: Conventional, water cooled four stroke, reciprocating piston type
Number of Cylinders: Six
Configuration: Front mounted, longitudinal, inline
Head: Cast iron, pushrod and rocker actuated ohv with two valves per cylinder
Capacity: 200 cubic inches (3.28 litres)
Firing order: 1-5-3-6-2-4
Bore and Stroke: 3.60 x 3.50 inches (91 x 89mm)
Power: 121bhp (90kw) at 4400rpm
Torque: 175lbs/ft (237Nm) at 2400rpm
Compression Ratio: 8.7:1
Fuel System: Single throat downdraft type carburettor
Idle RPM Speed: 500rpm
Oil pump Type: Eccentric Rotor
Camshaft Drive Type: Belt Chain and Gears
Transmissions
Manual
Manual 144, Pursuit 170 and Super Pursuit 200
1st: 3.29:1
2nd: 1.83:1
3rd: 1.00:1
Reverse: 4.46:1
Automatic
‘Fordomatic’ Auto
1st: 1.75:1
2nd: 1.00:1
Reverse: 1.50:1
Rear Axle Ratios
Manual: 3.56:1
‘Fordomatic’: 3.50:1
Clutch
Single cushion disc, dry plate clutch
Chassis
Unitary construction (Monocoque)
Suspension
Front: Independent type with coil springs and hydraulic double acting shock absorbers, stabiliser bar
Rear: Live axle with 5 leaf semi-elliptic springs, hydraulic double acting shock absorbers
Spring length: 50 inches
Spring width: 2 inches
Cooling System
Thermosiphon type with fan and centrifugal impeller water pump assistance
Drive: V-Belt
Type of Bearings: Pre-Lubricated Bearings and Shaft assembly
System Capacity: 14.5 Imp Pt
Steering
Recirculating ball, 27:1 ratio
Brakes
Front: Hydraulic 9 inch (229mm) drums
Rear: Hydraulic 9 inch (229mm) drums
Electrical
12 Volt, coil and generator ignition
Exhaust
Single tail pipe, zinc annealed type muffler
Wheels
Pressed steel disc wheels with safety rims
Tyres
6.50 x 13 four-ply
Exterior Dimensions (Sedan)
Total Length: 183.1 Inches (4651mm)
Total Width: 70.6 Inches (1793mm)
Height At Kerb Weight: 54.9 Inches (1394mm)
Wheelbase: 109.5 Inches (2781mm)
Front Track: 55.0 Inches (1397mm)
Rear Track: 54.5 Inches (1384mm)
Kerb Weight: 2436lb (1106kg)
Fuel Tank:11.7 Gallons (53.2 Litres)
Turning Circle: 37.7ft (11.5 Metres)
Exterior Dimensions (Hardtop)
Total Length: 181.2 Inches (4602mm)
Total Width: 70.6 Inches (1793mm)
Wheelbase: 109.5 Inches (2781mm)
Total Height At Kerb Weight: 54.9 Inches (1394mm)
Front Track: 55 Inches (1397mm)
Rear Track: 54.5 Inches (1384mm)
Kerb Weight: 2736 Inches (1241mm)
Turning Circle: 37.7ft (11.5m)
Fuel Tank Capacity: 11.7 Gallons (53.2 Litres)
Luggage Capacity: 23.7 Cubic Metres (670 Litres)
Interior Dimensions (Sedan)
Front Headroom: 38.3 Inches (973mm)
Rear Headroom: 36.9 Inches (937mm)
Front Shoulder Room: 55.4 Inches (1407mm)
Rear Shoulder Room: 55 Inches (1397mm)
Front Hip Room: 57.1 Inches (1450mm)
Rear Hip Room: 56.8 Inches (1443mm)
Front Legroom: 41.1 Inches (1044mm)
Rear Legroom: 37.2 Inches (945mm)
Interior Dimensions (Hardtop)
Front Headroom: 37 Inches (940mm)
Rear Headroom: 35.8 Inches (909mm)
Front Shoulder Room: 55.4 Inches (1407mm)
Rear Shoulder Room: 55 Inches (1397mm)
Front Hip Room: 57.1 Inches (1450mm)
Rear Hip Room: 56.8 Inches (1443mm)
Front Legroom: 41.1 Inches (1044mm)
Rear Legroom: 31.7 Inches (805mm)