1976 Ford Falcon vs. 2012 BMW 650
To start off, 2012 BMW 650 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 650 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1976 Ford Falcon. (256 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 650 weights approximately 505 kg more than 1976 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 650 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 650 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, 2012 BMW 650 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Falcon. (491 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Falcon. 2012 BMW 650 has automatic transmission and 1976 Ford Falcon has manual transmission. 1976 Ford Falcon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 650 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Falcon | 2012 BMW 650 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Falcon | 650 |
Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 491 Nm | 609 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 2090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4894 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1894 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1369 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2855 mm |