1956 BMW 501 vs. 2012 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2012 Ford Falcon is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 BMW 501. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 BMW 501 would be higher. At 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Falcon (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1956 BMW 501. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1956 BMW 501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Falcon weights approximately 299 kg more than 1956 BMW 501. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Ford Falcon (391 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 BMW 501. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 BMW 501.
Compare all specifications:
1956 BMW 501 | 2012 Ford Falcon | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 501 | Falcon |
Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3166 cc | 3983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 92.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 99.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1704 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4967 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1868 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2838 mm |