1974 BMW 2.8 vs. 1999 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1999 Ford Falcon is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 BMW 2.8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 BMW 2.8 would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Falcon (232 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1974 BMW 2.8. (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW 2.8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 BMW 2.8 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Ford Falcon (374 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW 2.8. (295 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW 2.8.
Compare all specifications:
1974 BMW 2.8 | 1999 Ford Falcon | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 2.8 | Falcon |
Year Released | 1974 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3293 cc | 3984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 295 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 92.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 99.3 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2840 mm |