1990 Ford Falcon vs. 2011 BMW 330
To start off, 2011 BMW 330 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,157 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 330 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1990 Ford Falcon. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Falcon.
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, 2011 BMW 330 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Falcon. (235 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Falcon | 2011 BMW 330 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Falcon | 330 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3157 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2810 mm |