1989 Ford Falcon vs. 2013 BMW M5
To start off, 2013 BMW M5 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,395 cc (10 cylinders), 2013 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW M5 (493 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 373 more horse power than 1989 Ford Falcon. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW M5 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1989 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, 2013 BMW M5 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Falcon. (236 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2013 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Falcon | 2013 BMW M5 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Falcon | M5 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3157 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 236 Nm | 519 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4863 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1846 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1469 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2889 mm |