1970 Ford Falcon vs. 2012 BMW X1
To start off, 2012 BMW X1 is newer by 42 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 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Falcon (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2012 BMW X1. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X1 weights approximately 81 kg more than 1970 Ford Falcon.
Because 2012 BMW X1 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X1 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1970 Ford Falcon (482 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW X1. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW X1.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ford Falcon | 2012 BMW X1 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Falcon | X1 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 482 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4454 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1798 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1545 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2760 mm |