1980 BMW M1 vs. 1995 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1995 Ford Falcon is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 BMW M1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 BMW M1 would be higher. At 3,705 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 BMW M1 (273 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1995 Ford Falcon. (228 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 BMW M1 should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Falcon weights approximately 164 kg more than 1980 BMW M1.
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, 1995 Ford Falcon (398 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 BMW M1. (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 BMW M1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 BMW M1 | 1995 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | M1 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 3705 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 273 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 398 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2800 mm |
