1969 BMW 2800 vs. 2007 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2007 Ford Falcon is newer by 38 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 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Falcon (210 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1969 BMW 2800. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1969 BMW 2800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Falcon weights approximately 151 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, 2007 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 BMW 2800. (236 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 BMW 2800. 2007 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. 2007 Ford Falcon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 BMW 2800 | 2007 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 2800 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2786 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1334 kg | 1485 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
