1966 Ford Falcon vs. 2012 BMW 120
To start off, 2012 BMW 120 is newer by 46 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 2,782 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 120 (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1966 Ford Falcon. (106 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 120 weights approximately 441 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, 2012 BMW 120 (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Falcon. (188 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Ford Falcon | 2012 BMW 120 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Falcon | 120 |
Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2782 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1119 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1411 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 51 L |