1969 BMW 2800 vs. 1995 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1995 Ford Falcon is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 BMW 2800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 BMW 2800 would be higher. At 3,705 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Falcon (228 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1969 BMW 2800. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1969 BMW 2800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Falcon weights approximately 246 kg more than 1969 BMW 2800. 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, 1995 Ford Falcon (398 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 BMW 2800. (236 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 BMW 2800. 1995 Ford Falcon has automatic transmission and 1969 BMW 2800 has manual transmission. 1969 BMW 2800 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Ford Falcon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 BMW 2800 | 1995 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 2800 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2786 cc | 3705 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 398 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1334 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2800 mm |
