1982 Ford Falcon vs. 2011 BMW 740
To start off, 2011 BMW 740 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,271 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 740 (304 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1982 Ford Falcon. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 740 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1982 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 740 (600 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Falcon. (228 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Ford Falcon | 2011 BMW 740 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Falcon | 740 |
Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3271 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 304 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5072 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1479 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3070 mm |