1980 Ford Falcon vs. 2011 BMW 335
To start off, 2011 BMW 335 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 335 (311 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1980 Ford Falcon. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1980 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, 2011 BMW 335 (600 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Falcon. (228 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Ford Falcon | 2011 BMW 335 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Falcon | 335 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3273 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2810 mm |