1970 Ford Falcon vs. 2010 BMW Z4
To start off, 2010 BMW Z4 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW Z4 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1970 Ford Falcon. (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW Z4 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1970 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, 2010 BMW Z4 (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Falcon. (259 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ford Falcon | 2010 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Falcon | Z4 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3273 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 259 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2497 mm |