1959 BMW 507 vs. 2012 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2012 Ford Falcon is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 507. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 507 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 113 more horse power than 1959 BMW 507. (148 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 507. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Falcon weights approximately 454 kg more than 1959 BMW 507. 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 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 507. (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 507. 2012 Ford Falcon has automatic transmission and 1959 BMW 507 has manual transmission. 1959 BMW 507 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ford Falcon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 507 | 2012 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 507 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 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 |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4967 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2838 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 68 L |
