1971 Ford Falcon vs. 2007 BMW 645
To start off, 2007 BMW 645 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 645 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1971 Ford Falcon. (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 645 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1971 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, 2007 BMW 645 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Falcon. (259 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford Falcon | 2007 BMW 645 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Falcon | 645 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2790 mm |
