1988 Ford Falcon vs. 2013 BMW X5 M
To start off, 2013 BMW X5 M is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW X5 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X5 M (547 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 386 more horse power than 1988 Ford Falcon. (161 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X5 M should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X5 M weights approximately 1005 kg more than 1988 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW X5 M is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW X5 M will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 BMW X5 M (678 Nm @ 5650 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Falcon. (311 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X5 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Falcon. 2013 BMW X5 M has automatic transmission and 1988 Ford Falcon has manual transmission. 1988 Ford Falcon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW X5 M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Falcon | 2013 BMW X5 M | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Falcon | X5 M |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3949 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 547 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2197 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1764 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2933 mm |
