1979 Ford Falcon vs. 2011 BMW 550
To start off, 2011 BMW 550 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 550 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1979 Ford Falcon. (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 550 weights approximately 840 kg more than 1979 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, 2011 BMW 550 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Falcon. (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford Falcon | 2011 BMW 550 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Falcon | 550 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3271 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 263 Nm | 609 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 2220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4999 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3071 mm |