1962 BMW 1500 vs. 1991 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1991 Ford Falcon is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 BMW 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 BMW 1500 would be higher. At 3,949 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Falcon (161 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1962 BMW 1500. (80 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Falcon weights approximately 403 kg more than 1962 BMW 1500. 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, 1991 Ford Falcon (311 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 1500. (118 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 BMW 1500 | 1991 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 1500 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 3949 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1043 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2800 mm |
