1972 BMW 520 vs. 2000 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2000 Ford Falcon is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW 520 would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Falcon (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1972 BMW 520. (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 BMW 520 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2000 Ford Falcon.
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, 2000 Ford Falcon (420 Nm) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW 520. (190 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
1972 BMW 520 | 2000 Ford Falcon | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 520 | Falcon |
Year Released | 1972 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4940 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 420 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 132 L |