1986 BMW M6 vs. 2010 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2010 Ford Falcon is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 BMW M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 BMW M6 would be higher. At 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Falcon (362 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1986 BMW M6. (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1986 BMW M6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Falcon weights approximately 199 kg more than 1986 BMW M6. 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, 2010 Ford Falcon (533 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 BMW M6. (335 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 BMW M6. 2010 Ford Falcon has automatic transmission and 1986 BMW M6 has manual transmission. 1986 BMW M6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford Falcon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW M6 | 2010 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | M6 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 533 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4967 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2838 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
