1986 BMW M6 vs. 1976 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1986 BMW M6 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW M6 (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1976 Ford Falcon. (129 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW M6 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1976 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, 1986 BMW M6 (335 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Falcon. (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1986 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
1986 BMW M6 | 1976 Ford Falcon | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | M6 | Falcon |
Year Released | 1986 | 1976 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3453 cc | 3273 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 263 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2830 mm |