1966 Ford Falcon vs. 2011 BMW 125
To start off, 2011 BMW 125 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1966 Ford Falcon. (106 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 125 weights approximately 466 kg more than 1966 Ford Falcon. 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, 2011 BMW 125 (271 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Falcon. (188 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Falcon. 2011 BMW 125 has automatic transmission and 1966 Ford Falcon has manual transmission. 1966 Ford Falcon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 125 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Falcon | 2011 BMW 125 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Falcon | 125 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2782 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1119 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 53 L |
