1990 BMW Z1 vs. 2006 Ford Falcon

To start off, 2006 Ford Falcon is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW Z1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW Z1 would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Falcon (220 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1990 BMW Z1. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW Z1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Falcon weights approximately 280 kg more than 1990 BMW Z1. 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, 2006 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW Z1. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW Z1.

Compare all specifications:

1990 BMW Z1 2006 Ford Falcon
Make BMW Ford
Model Z1 Falcon
Year Released 1990 2006
Body Type Roadster Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2494 cc 3984 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 175 HP 220 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 4900 RPM
Torque 230 Nm 357 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82 mm 92.3 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78.8 mm 99.3 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 9.6:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1250 kg 1530 kg
Vehicle Length 3960 mm 4910 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1280 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2450 mm 2630 mm


 

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