1959 BMW 700 vs. 1978 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1978 Ford Falcon is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 700 would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford Falcon (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1959 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Falcon weights approximately 720 kg more than 1959 BMW 700. 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, 1978 Ford Falcon (263 Nm) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 700. (52 Nm). This means 1978 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 700 | 1978 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 700 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 3273 cc |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2830 mm |
