1982 BMW 325 vs. 1999 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1999 Ford Falcon is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 BMW 325 would be higher. At 3,982 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Falcon (220 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1982 BMW 325. (120 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1982 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Falcon weights approximately 390 kg more than 1982 BMW 325. 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, 1999 Ford Falcon (366 Nm @ 3150 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 BMW 325. (230 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 BMW 325 | 1999 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 325 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2693 cc | 3982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3150 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 68 L |
