1964 Ford Falcon vs. 2012 BMW 750
To start off, 2012 BMW 750 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 750 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1964 Ford Falcon. (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 750 weights approximately 1505 kg more than 1964 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 750 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 750 will offer significantly more control. 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 BMW 750 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Falcon. (244 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Falcon. 2012 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 1964 Ford Falcon has manual transmission. 1964 Ford Falcon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ford Falcon | 2012 BMW 750 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Falcon | 750 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2890 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 2205 kg |
